Glasgow to Exeter train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Exeter

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£171

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£197

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

7 h 46 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

7 h 54 m

Trains on 10 Oct

16

Distance

574 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Glasgow to Exeter will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £171.

Fast trains

To travel from Glasgow to Exeter you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • Avanti West CoastW33649+Great Western RailwayW35181+CrossCountryK00290+Transport for WalesG38871
    5:487h58
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    13:46Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £1711One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33776+Transport for WalesG38875+Great Western RailwayC42291+CrossCountryK00288
    8:007h46
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    15:46Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £1711One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33649+Great Western RailwayC42442+Transport for WalesG38871
    5:489h35
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    15:23Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £1711One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33649+Great Western RailwayW35181 · Y80264+Transport for WalesG38871
    5:488h35
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    14:23St James' Park (SJP)
    £1711One-way
    4 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33776+Great Western RailwayC42443+Transport for WalesG38875
    8:008h31
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    16:31Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £1711One-way
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Exeter

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Trains from Glasgow to Exeter run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 574 km distance in 6h 31m.

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 £39
Distance
574 km
Average train duration
7h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£82
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
6h 31m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:28
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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 £39

Live departures

Glasgow to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Exeter trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG01153+ScotrailL87861
Delayed
10:04 9:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
8h58
18:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
CrossCountryG01153+Great Western RailwayG15470+ScotrailL87861
Delayed
10:04 9:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
9h20
19:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Saturday 10 October
Avanti West CoastW33649+CrossCountryK00290+Great Western RailwayC42261 · C480225:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h43
14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33649+CrossCountryK00290+Great Western RailwayW35181+Transport for WalesG388715:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
7h58
13:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33649+CrossCountryK00290+Transport for WalesG38871+Great Western RailwayC422615:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
7h58
13:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33649+CrossCountryK00290+Great Western RailwayY80264 · C422615:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h35
14:23 St James' Park (SJP)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33649+Transport for WalesG38871+Great Western RailwayC424425:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
9h35
15:23 Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33649+CrossCountryK00290+Great Western RailwayW35181+Transport for WalesG388715:48 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h35
14:23 St James' Park (SJP)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33776+Transport for WalesG38875+Great Western RailwayC424438:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h31
16:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33776+CrossCountryK00288+Transport for WalesG38875+Great Western RailwayC422918:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
7h46
15:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33776+CrossCountryK00288+Great Western RailwayC42264+Transport for WalesG388758:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
7h46
15:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33776+CrossCountryK00288+Transport for WalesG38875+Great Western RailwayC426828:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h07
16:07 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33776+CrossCountryK00288+Great Western RailwayC42682 · C422918:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h07
16:07 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33472+Transport for WalesG38876+Great Western RailwayC42293+CrossCountryK002878:38 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h27
17:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4 changes
Avanti West CoastW33472+CrossCountryK00287+Transport for WalesG38876+Great Western RailwayC422938:38 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h09
16:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33472+Transport for WalesG38876+Great Western RailwayC424448:38 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h53
17:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastC01363+CrossCountryK00286+Great Western RailwayC42267+Transport for WalesG388799:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h03
17:45 Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 changes
Avanti West CoastC01363+CrossCountryK00286+Transport for WalesG38879+Great Western RailwayC422679:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)
8h21
18:03 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4 changes

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Avanti West Coast as well as CrossCountry or Transpennine Express offer trains services from Glasgow to Exeter.
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express from Glasgow to Exeter trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Exeter from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
6h 31m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£82
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
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 CrossCountry Duration
6h 34m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£89
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

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
7h 30m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£223
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Exeter

Things to do in Exeter

Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.

  • Must visit

Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery

City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.

  • Recommended

Exeter's Underground Passages

Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.

  • Recommended

The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum

Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.

FAQs: Glasgow to Exeter train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £82, while the average price tends to be around £191.
The train journey from Glasgow to Exeter covers a distance of 574 km and takes approximately 6h 31m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to Exeter is 574 km.
The first train from Glasgow to Exeter leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Glasgow to Exeter departs at 23:28.
Trains from Glasgow to Exeter run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Exeter.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Exeter.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Exeter is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Booking trains from Glasgow to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Exeter offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the rolling hills of the Scottish Lowlands, the picturesque Lake District, and the charming countryside of northern England.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Exeter.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Exeter

Most Glasgow to Exeter trains use the Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Exeter
Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre

Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min

Glasgow Central train station facilities and services

Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.

Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre

Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · £0.89 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min

Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services

Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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.

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