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Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

38

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

Of the 38 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

CrossCountryC75310
21:141h00
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
22:14Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£131One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryC75303
20:510h58
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
21:49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£131One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryC72347
15:231h24
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
16:47Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£131One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryC75304
10:560h59
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
11:55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£181One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryC75324
19:270h57
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
20:24Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 105 km

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£32

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£10

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Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 19:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_countryC75324
On time
19:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h57
20:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP29679
On time
19:35 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h22
20:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23230
On time
19:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h27
21:18 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75303
On time
20:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h58
21:49 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP29681
On time
20:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h58
21:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23232
On time
21:01 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h29
22:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75310
On time
21:14 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h00
22:14 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP32860
On time
22:00 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h15
23:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP32865
On time
22:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h20
00:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
Tuesday 20 January
great_westernP23216
On time
05:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h30
07:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75326
On time
06:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h00
07:25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP22771 · P23217
On time
06:39 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h38
08:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
great_westernP23217
On time
06:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h33
08:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP22599 · P22586
On time
06:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h31
08:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
cross_countryC75328
On time
07:20 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h07
08:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP29710 · P23218
On time
07:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h28
09:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
cross_countryC75330
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h59
09:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23219
On time
08:48 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h32
10:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75323_C7500809:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h59
10:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
great_westernP23220
On time
09:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h27
11:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75334
On time
10:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h57
11:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23221
On time
10:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h35
12:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75304
On time
10:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h59
11:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75336
On time
11:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h57
12:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23222
On time
11:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h26
13:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75339
On time
12:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h00
13:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23223
On time
12:45 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h31
14:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75343
On time
13:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h57
14:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23224
On time
13:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h26
15:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75312
On time
14:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h57
15:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23225
On time
14:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h24
16:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC72347
On time
15:23 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h24
16:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75345
On time
15:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h58
16:25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP23226
On time
15:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h29
17:19 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75315
On time
16:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h59
17:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75318
On time
17:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h58
18:25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryC75320
On time
18:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h59
19:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
great_westernP22769
On time
19:03 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h00
20:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
105 km
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
55m
First train
07:27
Last train
21:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£10
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£17
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£83
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£70
first_great_western frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) covers a distance of 105 km and takes approximately 55m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 105 km.
The first train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 7:27.
The last train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 21:43.
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western.
To get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Devon and Somerset, featuring lush countryside and charming towns.
Yes, a day trip from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads is feasible with a travel duration of 55m and a distance of 105 km. There are 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Exeter
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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