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Bournemouth to Exeter train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bournemouth to Exeter? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £28.10, with average prices for this route around £64.90.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Thu, Apr 24
From £42.00
Fri, Apr 25
From £42.00
Sat, Apr 26
From £42.00
Sun, Apr 27
From £28.10
Mon, Apr 28
From £42.00
Tue, Apr 29
From £42.00
Wed, Apr 30
From £42.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:55 Bournemouth	09:27 Exeter St Davids	3h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Bournemouth	09:40 Exeter Central	3h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Bournemouth	10:40 Exeter Central	4h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Bournemouth	10:08 Exeter St Davids	3h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Bournemouth	10:40 Exeter Central	3h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Bournemouth	11:14 Paris	3h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bournemouth to Exeter train route details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Bournemouth

Arrival station

Exeter

Journey time

3h 6m

Distance

73 miles

Price

£28.10*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Exeter

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bournemouth to Exeter can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 to save an average extra 30%

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%

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 Bournemouth to Exeter ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Bournemouth to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bournemouth to Exeter train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Bournemouth to Exeter with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Bournemouth to Exeter from £28.10*

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Bournemouth to Exeter train prices and times

Bournemouth to Exeter train route details