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Exeter to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
73 miles
Price
Price
AU$62.97*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Exeter to Bournemouth?

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05:14
3h 56m, 2 change
Exeter Central
09:10
Bournemouth
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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05:14
6h 40m, 3 change
Exeter Central
11:54
Bournemouth
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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05:52
3h 25m, 3 change
Exeter St Davids
09:17
Bournemouth
Great Western Railway
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05:52
4h 21m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
10:13
Bournemouth
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:38
3h 24m, 2 change
Exeter St Davids
10:02
Bournemouth
Great Western Railway
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06:38
4h 34m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
11:12
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Bournemouth from Exeter this week

Fares from Exeter to Bournemouth usually average around AU$62.97, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Bournemouth

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you travel between Exeter and Bournemouth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Exeter to Bournemouth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

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