- Must visit
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Exeter will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 12 trains that leave Leeds for Exeter on Wed, Jul 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
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W29873
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W29862Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 228 miles (367 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Leeds to Exeter:
A bus is $70 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Exeter costing on average $101 (€101).
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (4h 51m by train vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $101 (€101) compared to roughly $81 (€81) 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 Cross Country.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Exeter trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W29884+ C48037+ G89755 | Delayed 1:08 PM 12:09 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 5h53 | 6:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W29884+ G89755 | Delayed 1:08 PM 12:09 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 5h37 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01153+ G15471+ G89761 | Delayed 2:08 PM 1:09 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 5h56 | 7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G01153+ G89761 | Delayed 2:08 PM 1:09 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 5h34 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C02142+ W34827 · Y80290+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 1:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 6h10 | 7:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
C02142+ W34827+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 1:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h53 | 7:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
W29884 | On time 1:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h31 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29884+ C48037 | On time 1:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h47 | 6:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
W29884+ G15233 | On time 1:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h09 | 6:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
G01153+ G15471 | On time 2:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h50 | 7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
G01153+ Y80290 | On time 2:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h05 | 7:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
G07999+ W34836 · Y80296+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 2:40 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 6h09 | 8:49 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
G01140 | 8:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h29 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01140+ C48015 | 8:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h16 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
W29862 | 9:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h29 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29862+ C48021 | 9:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h16 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
W29868 | 10:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h29 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29868+ C48025 | 10:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 5h17 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
W29873 | 11:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h29 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29873+ C48028 | 11:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h45 | 4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
G01148 | 12:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h29 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01148+ C48033 | 12:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 4h53 | 5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Leeds to Exeter run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€30) but you can travel from only $17 (€17) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 228 miles (367 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€30) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Interactive museum inside a working paper mill where visitors learn traditional papermaking and local industrial heritage.
Small independent museum in a Tudor merchant’s house, showing Topsham’s river trade, local stories, and period interiors.
Medieval city wall segment and gardens offering one of Exeter’s best walks, with lawns, ruins, and broad urban views.
Historic quay lined with warehouses, canal heritage, walks, and waterside activity; one of Exeter’s most characterful areas.
Attractive urban park beside the cathedral, ideal for relaxing and appreciating surrounding historic buildings in the city centre.
A rich Devon cream made from slowly heated milk. It is a county staple, famously served on scones in a Devon cream tea.
Traditional Devon cream tea pairs scones with jam and clotted cream, with cream spread before jam in the local style.
A hearty baked pudding of layers of potato, onion, and lamb or beef. It is a long-standing Devon farmhouse dish.
Fine dining restaurant known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service in central Exeter.
Popular modern eatery with seasonal small plates, brunch, and a lively casual atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic quayside pub serving local ales and British classics in a characterful former warehouse by the water.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and attractions are often low-cost versus larger UK tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Exeter St Davids -> Exeter Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Exeter 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Exeter trains use the Leeds to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
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 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.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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