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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Exeter

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$187

Average

$220

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W26112

05:53AM4h25

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:18AMExeter Central (EXC)

$1871One-way

3 transfers

Cheapest

W26112

05:53AM4h15

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:08AMExeter St Davids (EXD)

$1871One-way

2 transfers

W26104

04:53AM4h42

Cambridge station (CBG)

09:35AMExeter St Thomas (EXT)

$2421One-way

4 transfers

C65888

05:15AM6h17

Cambridge station (CBG)

11:32AMExeter St Thomas (EXT)

$2421One-way

2 transfers

C65890

05:57AM6h35

Cambridge station (CBG)

12:32PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)

$2421One-way

2 transfers

Cambridge to Exeter train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western Railway W26104 ThameslinkW26104	04:53AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h42	09:35AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	4 transfers
Great Western Railway W26104 ThameslinkW26104	04:53AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h34	09:27AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)	2 transfers
Great Western Railway W26104 ThameslinkW26104	04:53AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h54	09:47AM Exeter Central (EXC)	3 transfers
Cross Country C65888 Cross CountryC65888	05:15AM Cambridge station (CBG)	6h17	11:32AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	2 transfers
Cross Country C65888 Cross CountryC65888	05:15AM Cambridge station (CBG)	5h29	10:44AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)	1 transfer
Cross Country C65888 Cross CountryC65888	05:15AM Cambridge station (CBG)	5h39	10:54AM Exeter Central (EXC)	2 transfers
Great Western Railway W23264 Great NorthernW23264	05:39AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h54	10:33AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	3 transfers
Great Western Railway W26112 ThameslinkW26112	05:53AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h25	10:18AM Exeter Central (EXC)	3 transfers
Great Western Railway W26112 ThameslinkW26112	05:53AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h15	10:08AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)	2 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h22	10:18AM Exeter Central (EXC)	4 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	5h18	11:14AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)	2 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	5h32	11:28AM Exeter Central (EXC)	3 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	5h36	11:32AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	3 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h37	10:33AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	4 transfers
Great Western Railway W23495 Great NorthernW23495	05:56AM Cambridge station (CBG)	4h12	10:08AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)	3 transfers
Cross Country C65890 Cross CountryC65890	05:57AM Cambridge station (CBG)	6h35	12:32PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Cambridge to Exeter

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

4 h 12 m

Average

5 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

301 km

It's difficult to get from Cambridge to Exeter without transferring at least once.

Fastest

W23495

05:56AM4h12

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:08AMExeter St Davids (EXD)

$2421One-way

3 transfers

W26112

05:53AM4h15

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:08AMExeter St Davids (EXD)

$1871One-way

2 transfers

W23495

05:56AM4h22

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:18AMExeter Central (EXC)

$2421One-way

4 transfers

W26112

05:53AM4h25

Cambridge station (CBG)

10:18AMExeter Central (EXC)

$1871One-way

3 transfers

W26104

04:53AM4h34

Cambridge station (CBG)

09:27AMExeter St Davids (EXD)

$2421One-way

2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to Exeter

Trains from Cambridge to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€42) but you can travel from only $24 (€21) by bus.

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 $24 (€21)

Distance

187 miles (301 km)

Average train duration

4h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

$45 (€42)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 47m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:48

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€21)

Train providers: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and Thameslink from Cambridge to Exeter trains

For as little as $43 (€39) you can travel by train to Exeter from Cambridge with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and Thameslink. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Train information from Cambridge to Exeter with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 3 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $43

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

South Western Railway from Cambridge to Exeter train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $151

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Cambridge to Exeter with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 3 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $324
Thameslink frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to Exeter

FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge to Exeter easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Exeter.

Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Exeter can start from as little as $45 (€42) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to Exeter is $143 (€130); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cambridge to Exeter train travel time is 3 h 47 min for the 187 mile (301 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cambridge to Exeter leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cambridge to Exeter leaves at 11: 45 PM.

There are 13 trains a day from Cambridge to Exeter which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Cambridge to Exeter you can take a train with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway or Thameslink. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Cambridge and Exeter on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.

A trip to Exeter from Cambridge is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cambridge to Exeter is May.

You have options as you can travel between Cambridge and Exeter 2 different ways: train or bus.