The cheapest and fastest trains from Ludlow to Exeter
Cheapest price
£102
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ludlow to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ludlow to Exeter will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.
To travel from Ludlow to Exeter you need to make at least one change.






Live departures
Ludlow to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Ludlow to Exeter trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:41 Ludlow | 3h41 | 10:22 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:44 Ludlow | 3h38 | 11:22 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:47 Ludlow | 3h37 | 15:24 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:11 Ludlow | 4h20 | 16:31 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:49 Ludlow | 3h35 | 17:24 Exeter | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ludlow to Exeter
Trains from Ludlow to Exeter run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 19:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Ludlow to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Ludlow and Exeter from £102. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ludlow to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Exeter
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 16:45 Saturday 06:45 - 12:45 Sunday Closed The ticket office is operated by a third party ticketing agent.
- Car Park: Ludlow Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available on Platform 2.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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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