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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Bridgwater
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
58 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Bridgwater is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Bridgwater will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Exeter for Bridgwater every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
19:341h08
Exeter20:42Bridgwater
£251One-way
0 changes
09:420h37
Exeter10:19Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
18:500h36
Exeter19:26Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
10:421h47
Exeter12:29Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
18:500h36
Exeter19:26Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
09:420h37
Exeter10:19Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
19:341h08
Exeter20:42Bridgwater
£251One-way
0 changes
10:421h47
Exeter12:29Bridgwater
£261One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to Bridgwater
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 58 km
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1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to Bridgwater train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Bridgwater trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:03
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:42 Exeter | 1h47 | 12:29 Bridgwater | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:27 Exeter | 0h53 | 16:20 Bridgwater | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Bridgwater
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Trains from Exeter to Bridgwater run on average 10 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 34m.
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 £8
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 £8
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Bridgwater from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
33m
Cheapest Price
£10
Great Western Rail frequency
8 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
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
53m
Cheapest Price
£20
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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£52
Cross Country frequency
5 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£41
first_great_western frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Exeter to Bridgwater train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Bridgwater is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, enjoy local events, and experience the surrounding Somerset countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Exeter to Bridgwater is feasible. The train journey takes 34m and covers 58 km. Trains run frequently with 10 trips per day.
The train journey from Exeter to Bridgwater offers scenic views, featuring picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes typical of the West Country.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Bridgwater is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from Exeter to Bridgwater is 58 km.
Booking trains from Exeter to Bridgwater in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Bridgwater can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The last train from Exeter to Bridgwater departs at 23:58.
The train journey from Exeter to Bridgwater covers a distance of 58 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 10 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Exeter and Bridgwater. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Bridgwater is Exeter St Davids (EXD), and it arrives at Bridgwater station (BWT).
There is no night train service from Exeter to Bridgwater.
The first train from Exeter to Bridgwater leaves at 0:32.
Trains from Exeter to Bridgwater run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Bridgwater.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Bridgwater.
To get from Exeter to Bridgwater, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Bridgwater
Exeter
Bridgwater
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Digby & Sowton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Digby & Sowton for your trip from Exeter to Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Digby & Sowton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Public transport options for Polsloe Bridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from Widgery Road bus stops on Pinhoe Road. Taxis depart from the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgwater is Bridgwater. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater for your journey to Bridgwater from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:15 Saturday 06:30 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgwater
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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