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Outbound fromBrighton to Exeter by train
It takes an average of 5h 59m to travel from Brighton to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 148 miles (239 km). There are normally 123 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £43.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:47 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 3h 54m | |
| Distance | 148 miles (239 km) | |
| Frequency | 123 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Brighton to Exeter by train
Looking to travel from Brighton to Exeter by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 59 minutes to travel from Brighton to Exeter by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 123 trains per day running along the 148 miles (239 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Exeter, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to get to Exeter. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Brighton to Exeter in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £43.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Exeter
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Brighton to Exeter is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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