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Bournemouth to Exeter Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bournemouth to Exeter? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as JPY 3,148, with average prices for this route around JPY 14,402. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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10:45
3h 27m, 1 change
Bournemouth
14:12
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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11:22
3h 16m, 2 change
Bournemouth
14:38
Exeter Central
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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11:45
3h 27m, 1 change
Bournemouth
15:12
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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12:22
3h 17m, 2 change
Bournemouth
15:39
Exeter Central
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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12:24
4h 35m, 2 change
Bournemouth
16:59
Exeter St Davids
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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12:45
3h 27m, 1 change
Bournemouth
16:12
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Bournemouth to Exeter Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:55
Last train
Last train
23:24
Departure city
Departure city
Bournemouth
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
3h 6m
Distance
Distance
73 miles
Price
Price
JPY 3,148*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Exeter

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bournemouth to Exeter. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bournemouth to Exeter, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Exeter ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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.

Bournemouth to Exeter train ticket types

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