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Compare train and coach for Shipley to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shipley to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a train costs an average of £302.
Distance: 366 km
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5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Shipley to Exeter
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Trains from Shipley to Exeter run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £302 but you can travel from only £61 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 4h 46m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £61
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £302 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 17:15 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £61
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Shipley to Exeter trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Shipley and Exeter from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£302
Northern Trains Limited frequency
10 a day
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Things to do in Exeter
Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.
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Exeter's Underground Passages
Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.
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The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.
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Exeter Quayside
Historic quay with waterside walks, canal heritage, independent shops and easy access to cycling and boat trips.
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Northernhay Gardens
Well-kept Victorian park with broad lawns, flower beds, mature trees and links to the castle and city walls.
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Gandy Street
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent businesses and one of Exeter’s most distinctive walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Devon cider brandy
A cider brandy from nearby Topsham, distilled from West Country cider apples. It is a long-standing Devon drink linked to the area’s orchards.
Devon split and ham
Traditional Devon split bread roll filled with thick slices of cured ham. It is a classic county snack and picnic staple around Exeter.
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Devon fairings
Sweet fried dough pieces once sold at Devon fairs, often dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic West Country treat associated with local baking.
Rendezvous Wine Bar
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with Devon produce. Smart but approachable setting for a more refined meal.
The Old Firehouse
Historic quayside pub known for pies, British classics and local drinks. Relaxed atmosphere in one of Exeter’s most characterful old buildings.
Exeter Farmers Market
Lively indoor market food hall with several independent traders. Good for sampling local produce, casual meals and coffee in a social setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Exeter St Davids -> Exeter city centre
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buses from Exeter St Davids run to the city centre, but the centre is also about a 15-minute walk from the station.
- Contactless payment is available on Stagecoach buses. Check the operator app before travel for the best-value day ticket.
FAQs: Shipley to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shipley 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Shipley to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £302, while the average price tends to be around £302.
The train journey from Shipley to Exeter covers a distance of 366 km and takes approximately 4h 46m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Shipley to Exeter is 366 km.
The first train from Shipley to Exeter leaves at 6:16.
The last train from Shipley to Exeter departs at 17:15.
Trains from Shipley to Exeter run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shipley to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shipley to Exeter.
To get from Shipley to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Shipley to Exeter.
The train station in Shipley that goes to Exeter is Shipley station (SHY), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Shipley to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £61.
Booking trains from Shipley to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Shipley to Exeter offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and the rolling hills of the West Country.
A day trip from Shipley to Exeter is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 46m. Trains run 18 times per day. The distance is 366 km.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Shipley to Exeter.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shipley and Exeter
Most Shipley to Exeter trains use the Shipley to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Shipley and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Shipley
Arrival train stations in Exeter
Which Shipley station do trains to Exeter leave from?
Trains from Shipley to Exeter leave from Shipley. The station is from Shipley city centre at Shipley station, Station Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 2JL.
ShipleyShipley station, Station Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 2JL+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Shipley from Shipley city centre
Bus612 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
660 · 10m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Shipley train station facilities and services
Shipley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shipley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shipley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shipley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shipley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shipley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Exeter station do trains from Shipley arrive at?
Trains from Shipley to Exeter arrive at Exeter St Davids. Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre.
Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min
4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min
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.
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