Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 08

Cheapest price on Oct 08

$21

Average ticket price on Oct 08

$45

Fastest journey on Oct 08

57 m

Average journey duration on Oct 08

57 m

Trains on Oct 08

37

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

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 $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast trains

On Thu, Oct 08, we found 37 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD), including 35 direct services.

On Thu, Oct 08 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 Thu, Oct 08 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.

  • CrossCountryG66472
    6:40 AM0h57
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    7:37 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01161_G66477
    7:50 PM0h57
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:47 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15183 · W34771
    11:48 PM4h26
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:14 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01135
    10:45 AM0h59
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:44 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01133
    9:45 AM0h59
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:44 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.

There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 54m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)
Distance
65 miles (105 km)
Average train duration
1h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Trains per day
28
Direct trains
27
Fastest train
54m
First train
7:11 AM
Last train
7:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)

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, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryW29909
On time
8:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h00
9:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01166
On time
9:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15194
On time
10:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h47
11:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15199
On time
11:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h38
12:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15183
On time
11:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h29
1:17 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15183 · W34771
On time
11:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h26
4:14 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 transfer
Thursday, October 8
Great Western RailwayY418555:04 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h32
6:36 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151795:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h22
6:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151625:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h27
7:22 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG664726:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
7:37 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151806:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h21
8:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15181 · G149777:03 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h41
8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149777:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h06
8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011308:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
9:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011318:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h01
9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151848:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h35
10:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011339:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151859:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h35
11:32 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG0113510:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1518610:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h37
12:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG0113811:13 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h12
12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG0114011:42 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h02
12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1518711:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h36
1:31 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW2986212:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1518812:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h36
2:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW298681:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY416691:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h34
3:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW298732:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151892:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h26
4:21 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011483:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW298844:44 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h02
5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011505:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011535:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h58
6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011546:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h05
7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY416846:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h32
8:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01161_G664777:50 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
8:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG151927:54 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h31
9:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect

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CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)?

The best time to book your train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
57m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
$10 (€8)
CrossCountry frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
54m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$22 (€18)
Great Western Railway frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€8), while the average price is around $40 (€34).
The train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) takes 54m and runs 28 per day.
The distance by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is 65 miles (105 km).
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 7:11 AM.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 7:45 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD). This service operates 27 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Yes, the train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids is scenic, offering views of the English countryside, including rolling hills, picturesque villages, and glimpses of the River Exe as you approach Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Popular day trips by train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) include Plymouth, Newton Abbot, Bristol, Totnes, Exmouth.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Exeter
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · $5 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · $5 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · $5 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

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