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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€111
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 17
18
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 18 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD), including 17 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
G011668:12 PM2h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€311One-way0 transfers- W299097:12 PM2h33Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€441One-way0 transfers
- G011317:12 AM2h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:46 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€461One-way0 transfers
- G011359:12 AM2h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:44 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€461One-way0 transfers
- G011306:42 AM2h26Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:08 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€461One-way0 transfers
- G011306:42 AM2h26Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:08 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€461One-way0 transfers
- G011503:42 PM2h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:09 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€1541One-way0 transfers
- G011668:12 PM2h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€311One-way0 transfers
- G011534:12 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:43 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€1541One-way0 transfers
- G0114010:12 AM2h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€1421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€103 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD):
A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average €103.
Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 34m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around €103 compared to roughly €57 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country.
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.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01130 | 6:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h26 | 9:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01131 | 7:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01133 | 8:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01135 | 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01138 | 9:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01140 | 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29862 | 11:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29868 | 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873 | 1:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29884 | 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01150 | On time 3:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h27 | 6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01154 | 5:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01161_G66477 | 6:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h35 | 8:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29909 | 7:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h33 | 9:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166 | 8:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h30 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01169+ GW000200 · V12396 | On time 9:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h01 | 2:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from €15. 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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