- 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
€81
Average price
€93
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Exeter will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Exeter without transferring at least 2 times.
G14983 · C48021+
G27063+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington
G14979+
X83308+
C38339
G14983+
Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+
W45428
W34797 · C48015+
W45479+
C38380
W34797+
W45479+
C38380
V04631+
W45478+
C38283
W34797+
W45479+
C38380
W34797 · C48015+
W45479+
C38380
V04631 · C48010+
C38283+
W45478
G15130 · G14983+
W45428Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €153.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€71 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €341 Average price | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Brighton to Exeter:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Exeter costing on average €71.
A bus is €300 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Exeter costing on average €341.
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 56m.
Flight takes on average 7h 6m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 4h 7m by car). Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €51 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.
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 Brighton to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C38283+ V04631 · C48010+ W45478 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h23 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
C38283+ V04631+ W45478 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h54 | 12:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
C38339+ G14979+ X83308 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h28 | 1:07 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
C38380+ W34797 · C48015+ W45479 | 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h17 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
C38380+ W34797+ W45479 | 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h59 | 1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G15130 · G14983 · C48021+ G27063 | 9:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h52 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
G14983 · C48021+ G27063+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 9:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h52 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
G15130 · G14983+ W45428 | 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h28 | 2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G14983+ W45428+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h28 | 2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brighton to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Exeter trains use the Brighton to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Aldrington is 3 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Aldrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Aldrington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aldrington: Parking.
Available at Aldrington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aldrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, 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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