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Salisbury to Exeter Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Salisbury to Exeter, starting from SAR 26.22 and averaging SAR 52.95. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 45m. 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
15:42 2h 33m, 2 change Salisbury	18:15 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
15:47 1h 53m, Direct Salisbury	17:40 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
16:42 2h 20m, 1 change Salisbury	19:02 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
16:47 1h 52m, Direct Salisbury	18:39 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
17:42 2h 23m, 1 change Salisbury	20:05 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
17:54 1h 45m, Direct Salisbury	19:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Salisbury to Exeter Train Route Details

First train

06:06

Last train

23:57

Departure city

Salisbury

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

1h 45m

Distance

127 km

Price

SAR 26.22*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Exeter

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Salisbury to Exeter during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Salisbury to Exeter, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Salisbury to Exeter ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Salisbury to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Salisbury to Exeter 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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