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Kingston Museum
Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Surbiton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £154.
Distance: 238 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£172 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Surbiton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:14 Exeter | 3h56 | 9:10 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:43 Exeter | 3h32 | 10:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:44 Exeter | 3h22 | 10:06 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:29 Exeter | 3h07 | 10:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:42 Exeter | 3h33 | 11:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:28 Exeter | 3h08 | 11:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:53 Exeter | 3h52 | 12:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 12:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:34 Exeter | 3h41 | 13:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:52 Exeter | 3h53 | 13:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 13:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:53 Exeter | 3h52 | 14:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 14:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:53 Exeter | 3h52 | 15:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 15:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 16:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:32 Exeter | 3h43 | 17:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:51 Exeter | 3h54 | 17:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 17:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:32 Exeter | 3h43 | 18:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:51 Exeter | 3h54 | 18:45 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:30 Exeter | 3h06 | 18:36 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:32 Exeter | 3h43 | 19:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:51 Exeter | 4h24 | 20:15 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:29 Exeter | 3h16 | 19:45 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:01 Exeter | 4h15 | 21:16 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:29 Exeter | 3h28 | 20:57 Surbiton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:41 Exeter | 4h35 | 22:16 Surbiton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 18:30 Exeter | 3h43 | 22:13 Surbiton | 1 change | |
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Trains from Exeter to Surbiton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £154 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £154 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 23:14 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Gallery and museum inside Orleans House, showing contemporary art and local heritage. Visit for the octagon room and riverside setting.
Working museum home to vintage buses, trams and trolleybuses. Open on selected dates with rides, displays and restoration workshops.
Expansive royal park with deer, wide avenues and cycling routes. Excellent for longer walks, open landscapes and views towards London.
Riverside walk with lawns, boating activity and views along the Thames. A relaxing local favourite close to Surbiton and Kingston town centre.
Pleasant riverside route beside the Thames, ideal for walking between Kingston, Surbiton and Hampton Court with frequent water views.
A pub staple of battered white fish and chips. In Surbiton and greater London, it is a classic Friday meal and a benchmark of a good local chippy.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A longstanding British comfort dish commonly found in local pubs around Surbiton.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, veg, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday lunch widely enjoyed in pubs and homes across the area.
Smart local pub and dining room serving British dishes and seasonal specials in a polished yet comfortable setting near Surbiton station.
Established Surbiton restaurant serving solid Italian favourites, pizzas and pasta in an easy-going, family-friendly setting.
Popular neighbourhood pub on Maple Road known for burgers, roasts and a lively but relaxed atmosphere with a good drinks selection.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but Surbiton is often cheaper than central London; rail fares add up.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not require tips, but spare change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Surbiton 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 Surbiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Surbiton trains use the Exeter St Davids to Surbiton station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Surbiton 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 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.
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.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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