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Southampton to Exeter Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southampton to Exeter Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 25.07, with average prices for this route around AED 57.65.

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

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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05:33
3h 32m, Changes required
Southampton Central
09:05
Exeter Central
Great Western Railway
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06:47
3h, Changes required
Southampton Central
09:47
Exeter Central
Great Western Railway
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06:47
3h 53m, Changes required
Southampton Central
10:40
Exeter Central
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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07:23
2h 55m, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
10:18
Exeter Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:23
3h 5m, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
11:28
Exeter Central
CrossCountryGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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08:23
3h 31m, Changes required
Southampton Central
11:54
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Southampton to Exeter Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:33
Last train
Last train
23:42
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Exeter Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 32m
Distance
Distance
151 km
Price
Price
AED 25.07*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Exeter Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton to Exeter Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton to Exeter Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 traveling from Southampton to Exeter Central, 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%

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 Southampton to Exeter Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

Southampton to Exeter Central train ticket types

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

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