The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Honiton
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Honiton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Honiton will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 16 trains that leave Exeter for Honiton on Sun, Jun 21, 16 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 25 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 23 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.
8:28 AM0h26Exeter8:54 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM0h23Exeter9:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM0h23Exeter10:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM0h23Exeter11:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM0h23Exeter12:53 PMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
11:18 PM0h22Exeter11:40 PMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM0h23Exeter9:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM0h23Exeter10:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM0h23Exeter11:53 AMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM0h23Exeter12:53 PMHoniton$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Exeter to Honiton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Honiton 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 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Honiton:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Honiton costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Honiton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 11m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (28m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter to Honiton train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Honiton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Exeter | 0h26 | 8:54 AM Honiton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Honiton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Honiton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Exeter to Honiton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Honiton
Trains from Exeter to Honiton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Honiton trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Honiton from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Honiton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Honiton 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 Honiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Honiton
Most Exeter to Honiton trains use the Exeter St Davids to Honiton station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Honiton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to Honiton leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: 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.
Which Honiton station do trains from Exeter arrive at?
Getting to Honiton from Honiton city centre
Honiton train station facilities and services
Honiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Honiton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Honiton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Honiton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Honiton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Honiton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Honiton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to both platforms separately. Interchange is via a footbridge consisting of 48 steps or step-free via road under the rail bridge approximately 800m. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible taxis: Pre-booked only, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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