4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Exeter
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Exeter will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sheffield 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 328 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
11:005h33Sheffield16:33Exeter£801One-way0 changes
8:563h48Sheffield12:44Exeter£1311One-way0 changes
- 8:563h48Sheffield12:44Exeter£1311One-way0 changes
- 11:005h33Sheffield16:33Exeter£801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 328 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Exeter trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01140+C48015 | On time 8:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h35 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| G01140 | On time 8:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 12:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862+C48021 | On time 9:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h35 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| W29862 | On time 9:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 13:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | On time 10:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868+C48025 | On time 10:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h36 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| W29873+C48028 | On time 11:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h04 | 16:00 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| W29873 | On time 11:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 15:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01148+C48033 | On time 12:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h12 | 17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| G01148 | On time 12:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 16:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29884+C48037 | On time 13:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h06 | 18:02 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Exeter
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Trains from Sheffield to Exeter run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Sheffield to Exeter trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Exeter from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Exeter
Most Sheffield to Exeter trains use the Sheffield to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Exeter leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Exeter station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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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