Exeter to Telford train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Telford

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£195

Fastest journey

3 h 2 m

Average duration

3 h 24 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Telford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast trains

To travel from Exeter to Telford you need to make at least one change.

Cross Country
15:284h04
Exeter
19:32Telford
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1 change
Cross Country
19:273h45
Exeter
23:12Telford
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1 change
Cross Country
21:149h22
Exeter
06:36Telford
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1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
22:4310h16
Exeter
08:59Telford
£1861One-way
2 changes
Cross Country
06:253h32
Exeter
09:57Telford
£2041One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Telford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Telford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £94.

Distance: 230 km

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Coach
Flight

£72

Average Price

£34

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Cheapest

£113

Average Price

4h 16m

Average total duration

3h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Exeter to Telford train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Telford trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 18:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country06:25 Exeter
3h32
09:57 Telford1 change
Cross Country07:20 Exeter
3h37
10:57 Telford1 change
Cross Country08:27 Exeter
3h30
11:57 Telford1 change
Cross Country09:27 Exeter
3h30
12:57 Telford1 change
Cross Country10:56 Exeter
3h02
13:58 Telford1 change

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02 Mar
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06 Mar
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to Telford

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Trains from Exeter to Telford run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 28m.

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 £23
Distance
230 km
Average train duration
3h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£48
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
3h 28m
First train
05:36
Last train
20:26
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 £23

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Telford trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Telford from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£199
Cross Country frequency
15 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£186
first_great_western frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Exeter to Telford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Telford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train journey from Exeter to Telford covers a distance of 230 km and takes approximately 3h 28m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Exeter to Telford is 230 km.
The first train from Exeter to Telford leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Exeter to Telford departs at 20:26.
Trains from Exeter to Telford run approximately 15 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Telford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Telford.
To get from Exeter to Telford, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Telford.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Telford is Exeter Central (EXC), and it arrives at Telford Central (TFC).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Telford is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Exeter to Telford 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 to Telford offers a mix of scenic countryside views, particularly as it passes through areas such as the picturesque landscapes of Devon and the rolling hills of Shropshire.
A day trip from Exeter to Telford is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 28m. However, trains run 12 times per day over a distance of 230 km.
In Telford, you can explore the Ironbridge Gorge Museums, known for their connection to the Industrial Revolution, and enjoy an interactive experience at the Exotic Zoo. The Telford Ice Rink offers public skating and sports, while the Telford Steam Railway provides scenic rides. For family-friendly fun, visit Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom. Notable sights include the UNESCO-listed Ironbridge Gorge, Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford Town Park, The Wrekin for hiking, and the preserved Sunnycroft villa.
Two to three days in Telford is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Ironbridge Gorge, Blists Hill Victorian Town, and the Telford Town Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Telford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Telford

Exeter
Telford
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to Telford.
Amenities at train station
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
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
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
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
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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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
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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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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

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