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Southampton to Exeter Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton to Exeter Central, starting from BHD 5.940 and averaging BHD 23.850. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 55 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:33 11 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	09:41 +1 Exeter Central		Find Tickets
23:58 9 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Southampton Airport Parkway	09:41 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Southampton to Exeter Central Train Route Details

First train

05:23

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Southampton

Arrival station

Exeter Central

Journey time

2 hours 55 minutes

Distance

151 km

Price

BHD 5.940*

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton to Exeter Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Southampton to Exeter Central, 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 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 Southampton to Exeter Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Southampton to Exeter Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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