Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

kr764

Average ticket price on Sep 19

kr1612

Fastest journey on Sep 19

4 h 29 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

4 h 30 m

Trains on Sep 19

11

Distance

367 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around kr1612 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr764.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 11 trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD), including 8 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.

  • CrossCountryW29878
    12:15 PM4h32
    Leeds station (LDS)
    4:47 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    kr7641One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29885
    1:15 PM4h30
    Leeds station (LDS)
    5:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    kr7641One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC42214+London North Eastern RailwayC02171+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    7:15 AM5h43
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:58 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    kr15841One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC42208+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+London North Eastern RailwayC02144
    5:30 AM5h38
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:08 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    kr15841One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC42212+London North Eastern RailwayG07951+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    7:00 AM5h12
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:12 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    kr15841One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr534 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr534, while a train costs an average of kr1503.

Distance: 228 miles (367 km)

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Bus
Driving

kr1503

Average price

kr534

Average price

Cheapest

kr935

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 1m

Average total duration

8h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

CrossCountry

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National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is a bus with an average price of kr534.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD):

A bus is kr969 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average kr1503.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is by train with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds station (LDS) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (4h 41m by train vs 4h 46m by car). Tickets start at around kr1503 compared to roughly kr935 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 CrossCountry.

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

Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
London North Eastern RailwayC02144+Great Western RailwayC42208+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington5:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
5h38
11:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
CrossCountryG011346:11 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h33
10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG07951+Great Western RailwayC42212+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:00 AM Leeds station (LDS)
5h12
12:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
CrossCountryG011377:10 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h36
11:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC02171+Great Western RailwayC42214+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
5h43
12:58 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
CrossCountryG01141
On time
8:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h29
12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01146
On time
9:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h31
1:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW2986710:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h29
2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW2987211:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
4h31
3:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW2987812:15 PM Leeds station (LDS)
4h32
4:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW298851:15 PM Leeds station (LDS)
4h30
5:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as London North Eastern Railway or Great Western Railway offer trains services from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr591 but you can travel from only kr207 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 4h 27m.

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 kr207
Distance
228 miles (367 km)
Average train duration
4h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
kr591
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 27m
First train
6:10 AM
Last train
12:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 kr207

Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from kr207. 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 CrossCountry Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
kr591
CrossCountry frequency
3 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

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
kr1071
London North Eastern Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
kr1073
Great Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 Exeter St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at kr591, while the average price is around kr1503.
The train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) takes 4h 27m and runs 8 per day.
The first train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 6:10 AM.
The distance by train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is 228 miles (367 km).
The last train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 12:15 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD). This service operates 4 times per day, provided by CrossCountry.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is by bus, with a cost of around kr207.
The train journey from Leeds to Exeter St Davids offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through picturesque landscapes, including the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales and the charming countryside of the South West, making it a visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Leeds to Exeter St Davids is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 27m one way, covering a distance of 228 miles (367 km). There are 7 trains available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Since neither Leeds station (LDS) nor Exeter St Davids (EXD) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) include Plymouth, Newton Abbot, Bristol, Totnes, Exmouth.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Most Leeds station (LDS) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains use the Leeds to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds station (LDS) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Exeter
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

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