- 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
€72
Average price
€96
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Exeter will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Exeter without transferring at least once.
G01003+
G14979
W34877 · G14983 · C48021
W34872 · W34797 · C48015
G01180+
W34809 · C48025
G15069+
W29873+
C48028
W34867 · V04631
W34872 · W34797
W35358 · G14989
W34877 · G14983 · C48021
W34872 · W34797 · C48015Trains from Oxford to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Exeter trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35395 · W34774 · Y41847 · C47991 | Delayed 11:10 PM 12:10 AMOxford station (OXF) | 8h11 | 8:21 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
W35395 · W34774 · C47975 | Delayed 11:10 PM 12:10 AMOxford station (OXF) | 5h50 | 6:00 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15356 · V04632 · Y41870 | 3:55 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 5h27 | 9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
W34850 · V04632 · Y41870 | On time 5:20 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h02 | 9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
C48418 · V04632+ G01130+ Y41870 | On time 6:04 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h18 | 9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
C48418 · V04632 | On time 6:04 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34853 · W34780 · C47995 | On time 6:48 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34853 · W34780 | On time 6:48 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15057+ G01131 | On time 7:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h46 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W35357 · V06612 · C48000 | On time 7:53 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W35357 · V06612 · G15229 | On time 7:53 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h28 | 10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
W35357 · V06612 | On time 7:53 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h15 | 10:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C00775 · G14953+ G01133+ Y80244 | On time 7:58 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h23 | 11:21 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
C00775 · G14953+ G01133 | On time 7:58 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h46 | 10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
W35358 · G14989 · C48004 | On time 8:47 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W35358 · G14989 | On time 8:47 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h26 | 11:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15061+ G01135 | On time 9:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h41 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01000+ W34788 | On time 9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h36 | 11:54 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34867 · V04631 · Y80251 | On time 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h22 | 12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
W34867 · V04631 | On time 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h04 | 12:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34867 · V04631 · C48010 | On time 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h33 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G01003+ G14979 | On time 10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 1:07 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01003+ G14979 · Y80257 | On time 10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h01 | 1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
W34872 · W34797 · C48015 | On time 11:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h31 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34872 · W34797 | On time 11:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h13 | 1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15065+ W29862+ Y80263 | On time 11:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h18 | 2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
G15065+ W29862 | On time 11:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h41 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G15363 · W34686+ W29862+ Y80263 | On time 11:08 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h13 | 2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
G15363 · W34686+ W29862 | On time 11:08 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h36 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01178+ G14983 · C48021 | On time 11:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34877 · G14983 · C48021 | On time 12:00 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h31 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
W34877 · G14983 | 12:00 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h12 | 2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01009+ G14984 · Y80269 | On time 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h06 | 3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
G01180+ W34809 · C48025 | On time 12:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h52 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15069+ W29873+ Y80272 · C48030 | On time 1:03 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h17 | 4:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 3 transfers | |
G15069+ W29873+ C48028 | On time 1:03 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h57 | 4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
G15364 · G14961+ W29873+ C48028 | On time 1:07 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h53 | 4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
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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 Oxford 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 Oxford to Exeter trains use the Oxford to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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