Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

1 h 51 m

Average duration

2 h 33 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

127 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Salisbury station (SAL) for Exeter Central (EXC) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.

South Western Railway
04:332h45
Salisbury station (SAL)
07:18Exeter Central (EXC)
£271One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
09:471h51
Salisbury station (SAL)
11:38Exeter Central (EXC)
£271One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
06:562h44
Salisbury station (SAL)
09:40Exeter Central (EXC)
£321One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
08:472h51
Salisbury station (SAL)
11:38Exeter Central (EXC)
£331One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 127 km

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Ferry

£27

Average Price

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

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1h 0m

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Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trains04:33 Salisbury station (SAL)
2h45
07:18 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect
south_west_trains06:56 Salisbury station (SAL)
2h44
09:40 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect
south_west_trains08:47 Salisbury station (SAL)
2h51
11:38 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect
south_west_trains09:47 Salisbury station (SAL)
1h51
11:38 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
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
127 km
Average train duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
04:33
Last train
14:47
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: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Learn more about South Western Railway
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
£21
South Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
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.
Learn more about Great Western Rail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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

FAQs: Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC).
FAQs
Booking trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) is 127 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £27.
Yes, there is a direct train between Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
The train journey from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) covers a distance of 127 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) is by train, costing approximately £18.
The first train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) departs at 14:47.
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC).
Yes, you can take the train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC).
There is no night train service from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC).
To travel from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC), you can take a train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC)

Salisbury
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your trip from Salisbury to Exeter.
SalisburyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Salisbury station, South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The baby changing facilities are located in the toilets on Platform 4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Salisbury
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road

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