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Birmingham to Exeter Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Exeter Central, starting from £39.60 and averaging £39.60. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 37m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:00 4h 5m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:05 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
06:42 2h 37m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:19 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
07:12 2h 45m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:57 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
08:12 2h 42m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	10:54 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
09:12 2h 42m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	11:54 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
10:12 2h 41m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	12:53 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Exeter Central Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Exeter Central

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

226 km

Price

£39.60*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Exeter Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Exeter Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Exeter Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham to Exeter Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Exeter Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Birmingham to Exeter Central Train prices and times

Birmingham to Exeter Central Train Route Details