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It takes an average of 7h 33m to travel from Liverpool to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 187 miles (301 km). There are normally 125 trains per day travelling from Liverpool to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £48.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 4h 23m | |
| Distance | 187 miles (301 km) | |
| Frequency | 125 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £48.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Liverpool to Exeter in 4 hours 23 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Liverpool to Exeter? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 33 minutes to travel the 187 miles (301 km) from Liverpool to Exeter by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 125 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Exeter. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Liverpool to Exeter in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Exeter by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Liverpool to Exeter starts at £48.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.