Stevenage to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stevenage to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 28 Apr

Cheapest price

£49

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

4 h 41 m

Average duration

4 h 41 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

266 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stevenage to Exeter will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Stevenage for Exeter every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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
    8:014h41
    Stevenage
    12:42Exeter
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Stevenage to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Stevenage to Exeter trains for today, Monday 27 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink8:01 Stevenage
3h12
11:13 Exeter2 changes
thameslink8:31 Stevenage
3h23
11:54 Exeter2 changes
thameslink9:01 Stevenage
3h03
12:04 Exeter2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stevenage to Exeter

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Trains from Stevenage to Exeter run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 4h 41m.

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
266 km
Average train duration
4h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
4h 41m
First train
0:02
Last train
22:31
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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: Great Western Railway from Stevenage to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Stevenage and Exeter from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£72
Great Western Railway frequency
10 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: Stevenage to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stevenage to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Stevenage to Exeter covers a distance of 266 km and takes approximately 4h 41m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Stevenage to Exeter is 266 km.
The first train from Stevenage to Exeter leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Stevenage to Exeter departs at 22:31.
Trains from Stevenage to Exeter run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stevenage to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stevenage to Exeter.
To travel from Stevenage to Exeter, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Stevenage to Exeter.
The train station in Stevenage that goes to Exeter is Stevenage station (SVG), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Stevenage to Exeter is by train, costing approximately £49.
Booking trains from Stevenage 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 Stevenage to Exeter offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including stretches through the picturesque countryside of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Somerset, as well as views of rolling hills and quaint villages. While not as renowned for its scenery as some other UK routes, it still provides a pleasant and varied visual experience.
A day trip from Stevenage to Exeter is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 41m. However, there are 10 train journeys available per day.
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 Stevenage to Exeter.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stevenage and Exeter

Stevenage
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Stevenage is Stevenage. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stevenage for your trip from Stevenage to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:45 - 21:30 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Railway South Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: WC available on station concourse
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Long and short term car park areas
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
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