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Salisbury to Exeter Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Salisbury to Exeter, starting from €6.02 and averaging €12.15. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 46m. 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
10:47 1h 51m, Direct Salisbury	12:38 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
11:12 1h 46m, 1 change Salisbury	12:58 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
11:47 1h 51m, Direct Salisbury	13:38 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
12:47 1h 51m, Direct Salisbury	14:38 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
13:07 1h 58m, 1 change Salisbury	15:05 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
13:47 1h 51m, Direct Salisbury	15:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Salisbury to Exeter Train Route Details

First train

06:15

Last train

20:47

Departure city

Salisbury

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

127 km

Price

€6.02*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Exeter

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 Salisbury to Exeter 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 Salisbury to Exeter 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Salisbury to Exeter, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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.

Salisbury to Exeter train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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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