- Must visit
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
Exeter’s main museum and gallery, known for collections on Devon history, world cultures, fine art, and natural history. A strong first stop for understanding the city.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Exeter will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Taunton for Exeter on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Taunton to Exeter:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to Exeter costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
The journey is about 22m faster (28m by train vs 50m by car) and roughly $0.15 (€0.12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $12 (€10)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Exeter trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04999 | On time 8:08 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h23 | 8:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04999 · C47992 | On time 8:08 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h32 | 8:40 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
C42434 | 8:25 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h27 | 8:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01129 | On time 8:45 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h26 | 9:11 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42205 · C47996 | On time 8:52 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h40 | 9:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
C42205 | On time 8:52 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h23 | 9:15 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42435 | 9:05 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h26 | 9:31 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01132 | On time 9:17 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h28 | 9:45 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42436 · C48001 | On time 9:54 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h39 | 10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
G01134+ C42679 · C42477 | On time 10:17 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 1h13 | 11:30 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
C42437 · C48005 | On time 10:54 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h38 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
G01139+ C48011 | On time 11:58 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0h34 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Taunton to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 12:29 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Exeter’s main museum and gallery, known for collections on Devon history, world cultures, fine art, and natural history. A strong first stop for understanding the city.
A specialist museum at the University of Exeter with remarkable collections on the history of moving images, cinema, and visual media.
Contemporary visual arts gallery in Exeter with changing exhibitions by regional and national artists. A local favorite for independent art programming.
One of the city’s most popular walking areas, combining waterside views, heritage buildings, and a lively atmosphere.
Broad open space beside the cathedral, ideal for appreciating Exeter’s historic core and one of the city’s most photographed spots.
Characterful central lane known for independent shops and medieval atmosphere. Popular with visitors seeking a picturesque old-city feel.
Fresh scones served with clotted cream and strawberry jam, traditionally done the Devon way with cream first. A classic county treat strongly associated with Devon.
A soft enriched bread roll, often filled with jam and clotted cream. It is a traditional Devon bakery item and a local teatime favourite.
A traditional West Country fruit cake made with flour, butter, sugar and dried fruit. Though more strongly linked with the wider South West, it is familiar in Devon tearooms and bakeries.
A long-established independent restaurant in central Exeter known for polished modern British cooking, attentive service and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-regarded city-centre restaurant and wine bar serving Mediterranean-influenced dishes, seafood and steaks in an intimate cellar-style setting.
A busy and established Exeter favourite with a broad menu of comfort food, grills and local staples, popular for its lively and casual atmosphere.
Costs are moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is often included only at some restaurants. If not added, tip about 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping is not expected for counter service.
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