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Find the best prices from Exeter to Edinburgh
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Exeter to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Exeter to Edinburgh train prices and times
Planning a journey from Exeter to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €49.08, with average prices for this route around €80.02. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:52 Exeter St Davids | 14:27 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:25 Exeter St Davids | 14:10 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:52 Exeter St Davids | 14:32 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:20 Exeter St Davids | 15:10 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:52 Exeter St Davids | 15:38 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:27 Exeter St Davids | 16:07 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Exeter to Edinburgh train route details

First train
05:52

Last train
22:43

Journey time
7h 38m

Distance
363 miles

Price
€49.08*
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Exeter to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Exeter to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Exeter to Edinburgh 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 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.
Exeter to Edinburgh 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 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
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.

Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.












