Worcester to Exeter by train

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Overview: trains from Worcester to Exeter

Find the key information for travelling by train from Worcester to Exeter, 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 05:21 View journey
Last train 22:25 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 187
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey AU$68.62 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 12m
Train operators 4

Going from Worcester to Exeter by train

About to set off from Worcester to Exeter 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.

Cost of train travel from Worcester to Exeter

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Worcester to Exeter:

  • Cheapest ticket: AU$68.62

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Worcester to Exeter departure timetable

On this route, 29 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Worcester at 05:21 and the last leaving at 21:52 during the week.

For weekend travel to Exeter, the earliest departure is at 06:09 and the last one is at 22:25. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 19 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Worcester to Exeter

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 12 minutes, spanning 187 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Worcester and Exeter available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Worcester and Exeter can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Exeter

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Exeter.

FAQs about the train journey from Worcester to Exeter

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

The total distance between Worcester and Exeter by train is 187 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.