The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
19
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 $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 19 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) on Fri, Jun 19, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 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 Fri, Jun 19 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.
G011306:42 AM2h26Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:08 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$501One-way0 transfers
G011317:12 AM2h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:46 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$501One-way0 transfers
G01161_G664776:12 PM2h35Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:47 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$501One-way0 transfers
G011338:12 AM2h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:44 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$701One-way0 transfers
W299097:12 PM2h33Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$701One-way0 transfers
G011306:42 AM2h26Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:08 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$501One-way0 transfers
G011503:42 PM2h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:09 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1861One-way0 transfers
G011668:12 PM2h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$701One-way0 transfers
G011534:12 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:43 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1711One-way0 transfers
G011338:12 AM2h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:44 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$701One-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 prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m 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 $46 (€38) 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 $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 53m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $69 (€56) 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 today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01154 | Delayed 4:15 PM 5:12 PMBirmingham 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 | On time 7:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h33 | 9:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01166 | On time 8:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h30 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01169+ G15199 | On time 9:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h28 | 12:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01170+ G15183 | On time 10:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 1:17 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
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 | 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 | 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from $13 (€11). 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)
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- 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
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