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The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£309
Average price
£309
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
394 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Exeter will cost around £309 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £309.
Fast trains
To travel from Grimsby to Exeter you need to make at least one change.
5:136h30Grimsby11:43Exeter£3091One-way1 change- 6:306h13Grimsby12:43Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 7:346h10Grimsby13:44Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 8:346h10Grimsby14:44Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 9:346h09Grimsby15:43Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 16:346h07Grimsby22:41Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 12:346h08Grimsby18:42Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 9:346h09Grimsby15:43Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 10:346h09Grimsby16:43Exeter£3091One-way1 change
- 7:346h10Grimsby13:44Exeter£3091One-way1 change
Live departures
Grimsby to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:13 Grimsby | 6h30 | 11:43 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 6:30 Grimsby | 6h13 | 12:43 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 7:34 Grimsby | 6h10 | 13:44 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 8:34 Grimsby | 6h10 | 14:44 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 9:34 Grimsby | 6h09 | 15:43 Exeter | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Exeter
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Trains from Grimsby to Exeter run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £299 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 17:27. The fastest train covers the 394 km distance in 6h 7m.
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
Distance 394 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £299 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 17:27 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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
Train companies: first_transpennine_express from Grimsby to Exeter trainsfirst_transpennine_express trains will get you between Grimsby and Exeter from £299. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 7m
Cheapest Price
£299
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Grimsby to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Grimsby to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £299, while the average price tends to be around £299.
The train journey from Grimsby to Exeter covers a distance of 394 km and takes approximately 6h 7m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Grimsby to Exeter is 394 km.
The first train from Grimsby to Exeter leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Grimsby to Exeter departs at 17:27.
Trains from Grimsby to Exeter run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Grimsby to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Exeter.
To get from Grimsby to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Grimsby to Exeter.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Exeter is Grimsby Town (GMB), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Exeter is by train, costing approximately £299.
Booking trains from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Exeter offers varied landscapes, including stretches of picturesque countryside, charming villages, and coastal views as you approach Exeter.
A day trip from Grimsby to Exeter is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 7m one way. However, there are 9 trains available per day.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Exeter.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Exeter
Grimsby
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your journey to Exeter from Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost 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
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket 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
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
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