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Stanley Spencer Gallery
Gallery dedicated to Sir Stanley Spencer in Cookham, showing paintings, drawings and exhibitions linked to the artist and local area.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£63
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
2 h 14 m
Trains on 13 Sept
1
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Maidenhead will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 1 trains from Exeter to Maidenhead, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Maidenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £135 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £135, while a train costs an average of £135.
Distance: 215 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£135 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £135 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Maidenhead trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:15 Exeter | 2h26 | 13:41 Maidenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Exeter to Maidenhead run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Gallery dedicated to Sir Stanley Spencer in Cookham, showing paintings, drawings and exhibitions linked to the artist and local area.
Compact local museum in the library presenting Maidenhead's history through objects, photographs and changing displays on the borough.
House museum in nearby Cookham where Stanley Spencer lived and worked, offering insight into his life, home and creative environment.
Large National Trust estate with woodlands, formal gardens and riverside walks. Popular for scenery, seasonal colour and broad valley views.
Scenic riverside area with open grass, boating activity and pleasant Thames views. A favourite spot for strolling and watching the water.
Leafy riverside village known for Thames walks, historic lanes and an artistic heritage. A rewarding area to explore beyond the town centre.
A Berkshire county favourite of seasoned minced pork in a pastry case, traditionally eaten cold and linked to local butchers and market lunches.
A classic English sausage linked to nearby Windsor and Berkshire, usually served with mashed potato and onion gravy in local pubs.
Fresh trout from the River Thames area, commonly grilled or smoked. It reflects Maidenhead's riverside setting and long angling tradition.
Long-established Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Refined modern British dining in elegant country-house surroundings near Maidenhead, known for seasonal tasting and à la carte menus.
Popular local pub with cask ales and a broad British menu, valued for its traditional atmosphere and dependable pub food.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and rail travel can be pricey, but dining and local transport are usually cheaper than central London.
Service is sometimes included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Maidenhead trains use the Exeter St Davids to Maidenhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Maidenhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: 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.
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
Maidenhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Maidenhead.
Wi-Fi is available at Maidenhead.
Ticket office support is available at Maidenhead.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidenhead: Parking, WC.
Available at Maidenhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidenhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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: Yes.
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