- Must visit
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Exeter will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 7 trains that leave Bath for Exeter on Thu, Jul 16, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Exeter:
A train is $0.27 (€0.22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bath to Exeter costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 23m by train vs 2h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Exeter trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15516+ G01131+ C48000 | On time 8:07 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h26 | 10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15516+ G01131 | On time 8:07 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h39 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G14951 · G15184 | On time 8:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h08 | 10:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G14953+ G01133 | On time 9:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G14953+ G01133+ C48004 | On time 9:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h09 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15519+ G01135 | On time 10:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15519+ G01135+ C48010 | On time 10:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h22 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G14956+ G01138 | On time 10:47 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15487+ G01140+ C48015 | On time 11:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h21 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15487+ G01140 | On time 11:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15164 · G14979 · C48015 | On time 11:26 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h05 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34686+ W29862 | On time 12:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h24 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34686+ W29862+ C48021 | On time 12:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h11 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15521+ W29868 | On time 1:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15521+ W29868+ C48025 | On time 1:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h21 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34493 · C48811 · W34817 | On time 1:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h46 | 4:59 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G15165 · G14984 | On time 1:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h46 | 3:08 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15165 · G14984 · C48025 | On time 1:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h10 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G14959 · Y41669 | On time 1:26 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h06 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G14961+ W29873+ C48028 | On time 2:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G14961+ W29873 | On time 2:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h22 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15524+ G01148+ C48033 | On time 3:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h58 | 5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15524+ G01148 | On time 3:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G14906 · C48814 · W34827 | On time 3:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h50 | 7:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G15168 · W34817 · C48033 | On time 3:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h46 | 5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15168 · W34817 | On time 3:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 4:59 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15489+ W29884 | On time 4:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15489+ W29884+ C48037 | On time 4:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h49 | 6:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15016+ G01150 | On time 4:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15016+ G01150+ C48039 | On time 4:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h54 | 6:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34712+ G01153+ G15471 | 5:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h43 | 7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34712+ G01153 | 5:22 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15078 · G15375 · G14985 | 5:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h36 | 8:05 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
W34719+ G01154 | 6:23 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34719+ G01154+ C48048 | On time 6:23 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h10 | 8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34519 · G15443 · G14986 | 6:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h26 | 9:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
W34726+ G01161_G66477 | On time 7:23 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h24 | 8:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34726+ G01161_G66477+ C01620 | On time 7:23 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 9:01 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15528+ W29909+ C48052 | On time 8:15 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h49 | 10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bath to Exeter run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Interactive museum inside a working paper mill where visitors learn traditional papermaking and local industrial heritage.
Small independent museum in a Tudor merchant’s house, showing Topsham’s river trade, local stories, and period interiors.
Medieval city wall segment and gardens offering one of Exeter’s best walks, with lawns, ruins, and broad urban views.
Historic quay lined with warehouses, canal heritage, walks, and waterside activity; one of Exeter’s most characterful areas.
Attractive urban park beside the cathedral, ideal for relaxing and appreciating surrounding historic buildings in the city centre.
A rich Devon cream made from slowly heated milk. It is a county staple, famously served on scones in a Devon cream tea.
Traditional Devon cream tea pairs scones with jam and clotted cream, with cream spread before jam in the local style.
A hearty baked pudding of layers of potato, onion, and lamb or beef. It is a long-standing Devon farmhouse dish.
Fine dining restaurant known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service in central Exeter.
Popular modern eatery with seasonal small plates, brunch, and a lively casual atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic quayside pub serving local ales and British classics in a characterful former warehouse by the water.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and attractions are often low-cost versus larger UK tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Exeter St Davids -> Exeter Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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.

Most Bath to Exeter trains use the Bath Spa to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Bath and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: 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.
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
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