The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Exeter
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Exeter will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Exeter without transferring at least once.
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P61138Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Southampton to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P22722+ P61128+ P33351 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h22 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22722+ P61128 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h30 | 10:40 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
P22722+ P61128 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h33 | 10:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C74878+ P22662+ P61210 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h13 | 11:28 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
C74878+ P22662 · P33351 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h17 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C74878+ P22662 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h58 | 11:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22724+ P61138 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h32 | 11:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22724+ P61138 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h28 | 11:39 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
P22724 · P22663 · P33359 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22724+ P61138+ P33359 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C74879+ P22664 · P31611 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 12:18 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
C74879+ P22664 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h48 | 12:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C74879+ P22664 · P33359 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h17 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22726 · P29974 · P33366 | On time 10:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h20 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22726+ P61149 | On time 10:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h31 | 12:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22726+ P61149 | On time 10:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h27 | 12:38 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
C72316+ P22666 | On time 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h58 | 1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C72316+ P22666+ P61232 | On time 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h13 | 1:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
C72316+ P22666 · P33366 | On time 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h16 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22728+ P61159 | On time 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h32 | 1:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22728+ P61159 | On time 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h28 | 1:38 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
P22728+ P61159+ P33374 | On time 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C74880+ P22668+ P61242 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h13 | 2:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
C74880+ P22668 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h57 | 2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C74880+ P22668 · P33374 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h16 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22730+ P61170 | On time 12:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h31 | 2:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22730+ P61170 | On time 12:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h27 | 2:38 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
P22730 · P29984 · P33381 | On time 12:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
P22730+ P61170+ P33381 | On time 12:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C72328+ P22671 · P33381 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h17 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C72328+ P22671+ P61254 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h13 | 3:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
C72328+ P22671 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h57 | 3:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
P22732+ P61179 | On time 1:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h28 | 3:39 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 transfer | |
P22732+ P61179 | On time 1:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h32 | 3:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C74881+ P22673 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h57 | 4:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
C74881+ P22673+ P61266 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h13 | 4:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Exeter
Trains from Southampton to Exeter run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:09 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Southampton to Exeter trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Exeter from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Exeter
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:45 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 4
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Belmont Road/Junction with Osborne Road Setting Down only journeys - stop by traffic lights (Thomas Lewis Way/Duke Street)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
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