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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 train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 54m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) by train
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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 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 18:48 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Central (EXC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC)
Most Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the Salisbury to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury station (SAL) and Exeter Central (EXC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: 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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Salisbury station (SAL)
Most popular trains to and from Exeter Central (EXC) and Salisbury station (SAL)
Most popular train connections to Exeter Central (EXC)
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