The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Bodmin
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Bodmin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Bodmin will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 14 trains that leave Exeter for Bodmin on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
Y41874 · Y415949:20 AM1h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:15 AMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$351One-way1 transfer
C47997 · W3479310:35 AM2h10Exeter St Thomas (EXT)12:45 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$351One-way1 transfer
C47978 · C330518:23 AM2h16Exeter St Thomas (EXT)10:39 AMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$351One-way1 transfer
C47990 · C012229:20 AM2h51St James' Park (SJP)12:11 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$351One-way1 transfer
Y41866 · C0016711:45 AM2h05Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1:50 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$361One-way1 transfer
W3479311:07 AM1h38Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:45 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$361One-way0 transfers
C0122210:29 AM1h42Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:11 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$361One-way0 transfers
C3322811:26 AM1h48Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:14 PMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$361One-way0 transfers
Y41874 · Y415949:20 AM1h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:15 AMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$351One-way1 transfer
C330518:42 AM1h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:39 AMBodmin Parkway (BOD)$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Exeter to Bodmin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Bodmin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Bodmin:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Bodmin costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to Bodmin take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 54m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.44 (€-9.36). The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Exeter to Bodmin train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Bodmin trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C47978 · C33051 | 8:23 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2h16 | 10:39 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
C33051 | 8:42 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h57 | 10:39 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41874 · Y41594 | 9:20 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h55 | 11:15 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
C47990+ G00671+ C00794 | 9:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 2h33 | 11:53 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 2 transfers | |
C47990 · C01222 | 9:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 2h51 | 12:11 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
G00671+ C00794 | 9:42 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h11 | 11:53 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Bodmin
Trains from Exeter to Bodmin run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Exeter to Bodmin trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter and Bodmin 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 Exeter to Bodmin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Bodmin 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 Bodmin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Bodmin
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 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 Platform 1. 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: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park
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