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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Bristol Airport
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Bristol Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Bristol Airport will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 7 trains that leave Exeter for Bristol Airport on Thu, Jun 18, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 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.
9:55 PM2h10Exeter12:05 AMBristol Airport$691One-way0 transfers
8:05 AM2h11Exeter10:16 AMBristol Airport$711One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM2h11Exeter11:16 AMBristol Airport$711One-way0 transfers
- 12:42 PM2h32Exeter3:14 PMBristol Airport$711One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 PM2h28Exeter10:08 PMBristol Airport$721One-way0 transfers
- 9:55 PM2h10Exeter12:05 AMBristol Airport$691One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM2h11Exeter11:16 AMBristol Airport$711One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM2h11Exeter10:16 AMBristol Airport$711One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 PM2h28Exeter10:08 PMBristol Airport$721One-way0 transfers
- 6:40 PM2h28Exeter9:08 PMBristol Airport$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Exeter to Bristol Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Bristol Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Bristol Airport:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Bristol Airport costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Bristol Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.48 (€-37.65). The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 26m 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 Bristol Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Bristol Airport trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 AM Exeter | 2h11 | 10:16 AM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Exeter | 2h11 | 11:16 AM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:42 PM Exeter | 2h32 | 4:14 PM Bristol Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Bristol Airport
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Trains from Exeter to Bristol Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 7:03 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from Exeter to Bristol Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Exeter and Bristol Airport from $6 (€5). 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 Bristol Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Bristol Airport 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 Bristol Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Bristol Airport
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Shopping
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
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