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The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Exeter
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
223 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Exeter will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Slough for Exeter on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
04:47AM2h57
Slough07:44AMExeter
$1301One-way
0 transfers
04:47AM2h57
Slough07:44AMExeter
$1301One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Slough to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€65 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Slough to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Exeter trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:53 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:54 AM Slough | 2h18 | 1:12 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 4:47 AM Slough | 2h57 | 7:44 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Slough to Exeter
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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 $30 (€24)
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Slough to Exeter start from as low as $62 (€50) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $80 (€65) depending on the train type and class.
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 $30 (€24)
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Exeter from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
$52 (€42)
Great Western Rail frequency
9 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
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
$181 (€148)
Elizabeth Line frequency
8 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
$199 (€162)
first_great_western frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Trains from Slough to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.
Yes, the train journey from Slough to Exeter offers scenic views, particularly as it progresses through the countryside of Berkshire and Devon, showcasing picturesque landscapes and charming rural areas.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Exeter allows visitors to explore the city's historic sites, such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, and the Quayside, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
A day trip from Slough to Exeter is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 18m. However, there are 9 trains per day covering the distance of 138 miles (223 km).
The train from Slough to Exeter takes 2h 18m and runs 9 per day.
The last train from Slough to Exeter leaves at 11:57 PM.
Train ticket prices from Slough to Exeter can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $62 (€50), while the average price is around $80 (€65).
The distance by train from Slough to Exeter is 138 miles (223 km).
There is no direct train service currently available from Slough to Exeter.
The train station in Slough that goes to Exeter is Slough station (SLO), which connects to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Slough to Exeter is by bus, with a cost of around $30 (€24).
There is no high speed train available from Slough to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Slough to Exeter.
The first train from Slough to Exeter leaves at 12:02 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Slough to Exeter.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Slough to Exeter
Slough
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Slough is Slough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Slough for your trip from Slough to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 36 places, covered
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Slough
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Slough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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