The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 37 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) on Wed, Nov 26, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
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Compare train and bus for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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€32 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08876 | On time 5:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h27 | 7:22 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23123 | On time 6:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 7:37 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08906 | On time 6:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 8:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08309 | On time 7:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h06 | 8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23729 | On time 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 9:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23731 | On time 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08910 | On time 8:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 10:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23735 | On time 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08911 | On time 9:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C03775 | On time 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08912 | On time 10:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23742 | On time 11:14 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h11 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23745 | On time 11:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08913 | On time 11:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23749 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08914 | On time 12:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 2:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23755 | On time 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08915 | On time 1:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23760 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08916 | On time 2:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h26 | 4:21 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23768 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23773 | On time 4:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23776 | On time 5:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23780 | On time 5:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h58 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23785 | On time 6:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h05 | 7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08920 | On time 6:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h32 | 8:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23792 | On time 7:50 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 8:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08921 | On time 7:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h32 | 9:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23797 | On time 8:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 9:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23800 | On time 9:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08931 | On time 10:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h47 | 11:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08928 | On time 11:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 12:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08909 | On time 11:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h29 | 1:17 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08909 · P08307 | On time 11:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h25 | 4:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
P08905 | On time 5:02 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 6:36 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08994 | On time 5:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 6:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Great Western Rail, Cross Country and first_great_western offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail, Cross Country and first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 22:48 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) start from as low as $8 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $39 (€32) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) with 6 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 57m but the average duration is 1h 11m
Train Operators
- Travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, and first_great_western
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is CrossCountry.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:40 AM and the last at 10:48 PM
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from $8 (€6). 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 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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