Exeter to Gloucester by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Gloucester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Gloucester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:23 View journey
Last train 20:56 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 156
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey AU$334.34 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 3m
Train operators 2

Going from Exeter to Gloucester by train

About to set off from Exeter to Gloucester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Exeter and Gloucester

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically AU$334.34, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Exeter to Gloucester train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Exeter to Gloucester is at 06:24 and the last is at 20:56. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:23 and the last one is at 19:27. You can expect 15 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 46 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Exeter and Gloucester

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 39 minutes, covering a total of 156 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Exeter and Gloucester?

You can secure tickets for travel between Exeter and Gloucester up to 4 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Exeter to Gloucester travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Gloucester.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter to Gloucester

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter to Gloucester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Exeter and Gloucester by train is 156 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.