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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
225 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
06:20AM2h34
Exeter St Davids (EXD)08:54AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$521One-way
0 transfers
08:14PM2h40
Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:54PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$591One-way
0 transfers
02:23PM3h02
Exeter St Davids (EXD)05:25PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$781One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM2h28
Exeter St Davids (EXD)09:55AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1011One-way
0 transfers
05:25AM2h30
Exeter St Davids (EXD)07:55AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1011One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM2h28
Exeter St Davids (EXD)09:55AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1011One-way
0 transfers
05:25AM2h30
Exeter St Davids (EXD)07:55AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1011One-way
0 transfers
06:20AM2h34
Exeter St Davids (EXD)08:54AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$521One-way
0 transfers
08:14PM2h40
Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:54PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$591One-way
0 transfers
02:23PM3h02
Exeter St Davids (EXD)05:25PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$781One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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|---|---|
€81 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:00 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h28 | 12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h28 | 4:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:14 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h40 | 10:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 5:25 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h30 | 7:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h34 | 8:54 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h28 | 9:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 $14 (€12)
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 20:14 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $99 (€81) depending on the train type and class.
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 $14 (€12)
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $14 (€12). 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 Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€32)
CrossCountry frequency
7 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
$245 (€200)
Cross Country frequency
15 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$227 (€185)
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) takes 2h 22m and runs 7 per day.
Train ticket prices from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $32 (€26), while the average price is around $99 (€81).
The distance by train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 139 miles (225 km).
The last train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 8:14 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by bus, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
The first train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 4:47 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
A day trip from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 22m. There are 7 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street offers a mix of scenic views, particularly through the rolling hills of Devon and parts of Somerset, although much of the journey passes through urban and industrial areas as it approaches Birmingham.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Exeter
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- 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
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- 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.
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