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Exeter to Derby Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Derby
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
176 miles
Price
Price
€14.83*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

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15:27
3h 15m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
18:42
Derby
CrossCountry
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16:27
3h 15m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
19:42
Derby
CrossCountry
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17:27
3h 14m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
20:41
Derby
CrossCountry
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18:27
3h 21m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
21:48
Derby
CrossCountry
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19:27
4h 27m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
23:54
Derby
CrossCountry
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19:56
6h 25m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
02:21
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Great Western RailwayEast Midlands Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Derby from Exeter this week

Ticket prices for Exeter to Derby typically cost around €14.83, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Wed11Feb
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€14.95
Thu12Feb
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€37.13
Fri13Feb
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€37.13
Sat14Feb
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Sun15Feb
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Mon16Feb
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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Exeter and Derby on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Group travel deals

If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Exeter to Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
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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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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

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