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Compare train for Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 272 km
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6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter
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Trains from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:47, the last at 07:47. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 5h 55m.
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 £19
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 07:47 |
Last train 07:47 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stanstead Saint Margarets and Exeter from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£177
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stanstead Saint Margarets 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.
A day trip from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 55m. However, there are 27 trains available per day for this route.
Booking trains from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £71, while the average price tends to be around £71.
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.
The cheapest way to get from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The train station in Stanstead Saint Margarets that goes to Exeter is St Margarets (Herts) (SMT), and it arrives at Exeter Central (EXC).
The train distance from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter is 272 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter.
The train journey from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 5h 55m. Trains run 27 per day.
To travel from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter, you can take a train.
The first train from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter leaves at 7:47.
The last train from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter departs at 7:47.
Trains from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter run approximately 27 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter.
There is no night train service from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter.
The train journey from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter offers a variety of scenic views, including picturesque countryside, charming villages, and stretches of green fields, making it a pleasant experience for travellers.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stanstead Saint Margarets and Exeter
Stanstead Saint Margarets
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Stanstead Saint Margarets is St Margarets (Herts). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Margarets (Herts) for your trip from Stanstead Saint Margarets to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 13:30 Saturday 07:45 - 15:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St Margarets (Herts)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop near St Mary's Church in Hoddesdon Road in both directions.
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Stanstead Saint Margarets.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
Dining
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- 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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