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Bristol to Exeter St Davids train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bristol to Exeter St Davids? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.20, with average prices for this route around £7.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Mon, Sep 1
From £6.70
Tue, Sep 2
From £6.70
Wed, Sep 3
From £5.20
Thu, Sep 4
From £6.70
Fri, Sep 5
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Sat, Sep 6
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:02 Bristol Temple Meads	06:36 Exeter St Davids	1h 34m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:22 Bristol Temple Meads	06:44 Exeter St Davids	1h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Bristol Temple Meads	07:22 Exeter St Davids	1h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:40 Bristol Temple Meads	07:37 Exeter St Davids	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:47 Bristol Temple Meads	08:08 Exeter St Davids	1h 21m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:38 Bristol Temple Meads	08:44 Paris	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bristol to Exeter St Davids train route details

First train

05:02

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Bristol

Arrival station

Exeter St Davids

Journey time

57m

Distance

70 miles

Price

£5.20*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Exeter St Davids

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 Bristol to Exeter St Davids 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 Bristol to Exeter St Davids, 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 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 Bristol to Exeter St Davids ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Bristol to Exeter St Davids more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bristol to Exeter St Davids train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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