The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Exeter
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
12
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 $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Exeter without transferring at least once.
P33673+
C75054+
P33344
P33673+
C75054
P33483+
C75192+
P33366
P33483+
C75192
P22655+
C75082+
P33374
P22652+
C75459
P29850+
C75133
P33483+
C75192
P22966 · P29974
P33673+
C75054Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bath to Exeter
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 $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. 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 $18, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$30 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P33673+ C75054+ P33344 | On time 8:06 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h27 | 10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P33673+ C75054 | On time 8:06 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h40 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P29846 · P22982 | On time 8:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h08 | 10:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P29850+ C75133 | On time 9:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h22 | 10:45 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P29850+ C75133+ P33351 | On time 9:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h09 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22652+ C75459 | On time 10:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22652+ C75459+ P33359 | On time 10:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h09 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P33483+ C75192+ P33366 | On time 11:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h21 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P33483+ C75192 | On time 11:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 12:48 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22966 · P29974 | On time 11:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h39 | 1:07 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22966 · P29974 · P33366 | On time 11:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h03 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22655+ C75082+ P33374 | On time 12:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h11 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Exeter
Trains from Bath to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) 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 18m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bath to Exeter trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Exeter from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Exeter
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Exeter
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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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