Exeter to Birmingham train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$49

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

225 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Exeter to Birmingham will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Exeter for Birmingham on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.

CrossCountry
08:27AM2h28
Exeter
10:55AMBirmingham
$491One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
11:42AM3h13
Exeter
02:55PMBirmingham
$761One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
05:16AM2h39
Exeter
07:55AMBirmingham
$831One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
10:27AM2h28
Exeter
12:55PMBirmingham
$881One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
03:27PM2h27
Exeter
05:54PMBirmingham
$901One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Exeter to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Birmingham 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 35m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 139 miles (225 km)

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Bus

€107

Average price

€26

Average price

Cheapest

3h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 33m

Average total duration

5h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

CrossCountry

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Exeter to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:11 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_country7:27 AM Exeter
2h28
9:55 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country8:27 AM Exeter
2h28
10:55 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country9:27 AM Exeter
2h28
11:55 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country10:27 AM Exeter
2h28
12:55 PM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country3:27 PM Exeter
2h27
5:54 PM Birmingham0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Exeter to Birmingham?

The best time to book your train from Exeter to Birmingham is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Exeter to Birmingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Exeter to Birmingham 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 Exeter to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to Birmingham

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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 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$50 (€41)
Trains per day
15
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 17m
First train
05:00
Last train
22:12

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Exeter to Birmingham start from as low as $50 (€41) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $131 (€107) 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 to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Birmingham 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
$49 (€40)
CrossCountry frequency
17 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
16 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 13m
Cheapest Price
$229 (€187)
first_great_western frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Birmingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A day trip from Exeter to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey time is 2h 17m. However, trains run frequently with a frequency of 15 per day.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Birmingham.
The Exeter to Birmingham train journey offers a mix of scenic views, including rolling countryside, quaint villages, and glimpses of the River Exe, making parts of the trip visually appealing.
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter to Birmingham. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
The distance by train from Exeter to Birmingham is 139 miles (225 km).
Train ticket prices from Exeter to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $50 (€41), while the average price is around $131 (€107).
The first train from Exeter to Birmingham leaves at 5:00 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Birmingham is by bus, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
The last train from Exeter to Birmingham leaves at 10:12 PM.
The train from Exeter to Birmingham takes 2h 17m and runs 15 per day.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Birmingham is Exeter St Davids (EXD), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Exeter to Birmingham

Exeter
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Digby & Sowton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Digby & Sowton for your trip from Exeter to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 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: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Digby & Sowton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. 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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Newcourt
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops by the Community Centre

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