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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£146

Average price

£164

Fastest journey

8 h 50 m

Average duration

9 h 1 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

601 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stirling to Exeter will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Stirling 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 601 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 9 h 12 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.

CrossCountry
07:349h12
Stirling
16:46Exeter
£1461One-way
0 changes
Lumo
07:098h50
Stirling
15:59Exeter
£1811One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Stirling to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £132.

Distance: 601 km

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Coach

£159

Average Price

£153

Average Price

£60

Average Price

Cheapest

9h 32m

Average total duration

9h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 44m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

20h 2m

Average total duration

19h 32m

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30m

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Live departures

Stirling to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Exeter trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway10:08 Stirling
9h02
19:10 Exeter0 changesdirect
cross_country11:08 Stirling
8h47
19:55 Exeter0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stirling to Exeter

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Trains from Stirling to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 11:46. The fastest train covers the 601 km distance in 8h 29m.

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 £45
Distance
601 km
Average train duration
9h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£132
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
8h 29m
First train
00:42
Last train
11:46
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 £45

Train companies: ScotRail from Stirling to Exeter trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Exeter from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 34m
Cheapest Price
£485
ScotRail frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Stirling to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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
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 cost of a train ticket from Stirling to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £132, while the average price tends to be around £159.
The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £45.
The train distance from Stirling to Exeter is 601 km.
Booking trains from Stirling 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 Stirling to Exeter covers a distance of 601 km and takes approximately 8h 29m. Trains run 14 per day.
The last train from Stirling to Exeter departs at 11:46.
The train station in Stirling that goes to Exeter is Stirling station (STG), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The first train from Stirling to Exeter leaves at 0:42.
Trains from Stirling to Exeter run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stirling to Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from Stirling to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stirling to Exeter.
There is no night train service from Stirling to Exeter.
To get from Stirling to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Exeter

Stirling
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your trip from Stirling to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
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 access to all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stirling
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance

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