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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leamington Spa to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 21 Nov
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
223 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leamington Spa to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leamington Spa to Exeter will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Leamington Spa for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.
04:404h06
Leamington Spa08:46Exeter
£671One-way
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04:454h01
Leamington Spa08:46Exeter
£791One-way
0 changes
04:454h01
Leamington Spa08:46Exeter
£791One-way
0 changes
04:404h06
Leamington Spa08:46Exeter
£671One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leamington Spa to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leamington Spa to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 223 km
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Live departures
Leamington Spa to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Leamington Spa to Exeter trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:39
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:40 Leamington Spa | 4h06 | 08:46 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:45 Leamington Spa | 4h01 | 08:46 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:16 Leamington Spa | 3h28 | 09:44 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:17 Leamington Spa | 3h27 | 13:44 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leamington Spa to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leamington Spa to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 3h 20m.
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 £17
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:38 |
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 £17
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Leamington Spa to Exeter trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Leamington Spa and Exeter from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
3h 27m
Cheapest Price
£45
CrossCountry frequency
6 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
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£93
Great Western Rail frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Price
£209
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Leamington Spa to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leamington Spa 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.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Leamington Spa to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £74.
The cheapest way to get from Leamington Spa to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train distance from Leamington Spa to Exeter is 223 km.
The last train from Leamington Spa to Exeter departs at 22:38.
Booking trains from Leamington Spa to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Leamington Spa to Exeter.
The train journey from Leamington Spa to Exeter covers a distance of 223 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train station in Leamington Spa that goes to Exeter is Leamington Spa station (LMS), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The first train from Leamington Spa to Exeter leaves at 0:02.
Trains from Leamington Spa to Exeter run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leamington Spa to Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from Leamington Spa to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leamington Spa to Exeter.
To get from Leamington Spa to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leamington Spa and Exeter
Leamington Spa
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Leamington Spa is Leamington Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leamington Spa for your trip from Leamington Spa to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:25 - 22:00 Saturday 05:40 - 22:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:35
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk, News agent, Coffee Shop.
Parking
- Car Park: Leamington Spa Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platforms 2 and 3.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Leamington Spa
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The bus stop on Old Warwick Road (outside station).
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Digby & Sowton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Digby & Sowton for your journey to Exeter from Leamington Spa.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Digby & Sowton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Newcourt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops by the Community Centre
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