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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Bristol to Exeter, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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€7.62
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Tue18Nov
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€6.71
Wed19Nov
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€3.81
Thu20Nov
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Fri21Nov
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Bristol to Exeter train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bristol to Exeter? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €3.81, with average prices for this route around €8.28.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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15:45
59m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
16:44
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountry
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16:45
1h 1m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
17:46
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountry
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17:45
58m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
18:43
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountry
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18:45
1h 5m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
19:50
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountry
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18:57
1h 32m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
20:29
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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19:50
57m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
20:47
Paris
CrossCountry
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Bristol to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
05:05
Last train
Last train
23:48
Departure station
Departure station
Bristol
Arrival station
Arrival station
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
57m
Distance
Distance
112 km
Price
Price
€3.81*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Exeter

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bristol to Exeter. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bristol to Exeter for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Bristol to Exeter, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Bristol to Exeter train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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