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G011458:155h35Leeds station (LDS)13:50Exeter St Davids (EXD)£601One-way0 changes- W298699:005h45Leeds station (LDS)14:45Exeter St Davids (EXD)£601One-way0 changes
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Y802438:156h06Leeds station (LDS)14:21St James' Park (SJP)£921One-way1 change - G01145+C480178:156h15Leeds station (LDS)14:30Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£921One-way1 change
- W29869+C480209:006h08Leeds station (LDS)15:08Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£921One-way1 change
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:415h28Leeds station (LDS)14:09Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1491One-way3 changes- G07963+C01221+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:405h29Leeds station (LDS)14:09Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1241One-way2 changes
- C02152+W34812+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:405h29Leeds station (LDS)15:09Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1241One-way2 changes
- G011458:155h35Leeds station (LDS)13:50Exeter St Davids (EXD)£601One-way0 changes
- G16355+G80288+C01221 · Y802438:415h40Leeds station (LDS)14:21St James' Park (SJP)£1491One-way4 changes
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Compare train and coach for Leeds to Exeter
The cheapest option from Leeds to Exeter is coach, with an average price of £28. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 367 km
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5h 21m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leeds to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Exeter trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W29867+ G89733 | Delayed 9:14 8:04Leeds station (LDS) | 6h40 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| W29867+C48026+G89733 | Delayed 9:14 8:04Leeds station (LDS) | 7h27 | 15:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01146 | On time 8:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h31 | 13:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01146+C48022 | On time 8:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 6h16 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| C02043+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42219+G90154 | Delayed 8:18 8:20Leeds station (LDS) | 5h49 | 14:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3 changes | |
| G07965+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42219 · C48022 | On time 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h51 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| G07965+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42219 | On time 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h29 | 14:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| W29872+G89738 | Delayed 10:14 9:09Leeds station (LDS) | 6h37 | 15:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| W29872+C42683+G89738 | Delayed 10:14 9:09Leeds station (LDS) | 6h58 | 16:07 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| C02164+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42221 | On time 9:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h54 | 15:04 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| W29867+C48026 | On time 9:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 6h16 | 15:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| C02151+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42223 · C48026 | On time 9:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h51 | 15:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Leeds to Exeter
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Typically, there are 17 trains per day from Leeds to Exeter, including 3 direct trains, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 367 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 367 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Lowest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
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FAQs: Leeds to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Exeter
Most Leeds to Exeter trains use the Leeds to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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