Carlisle to Exeter by train

From Carlisle to Exeter by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Carlisle to Exeter by train. With 21 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Carlisle and Exeter: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £235.85, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Carlisle to Exeter daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Exeter on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 21 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

• 05:44: departure of first train Monday-Friday

• 23:45: departure of last train Monday-Friday

• 07:02: departure of first train on weekends

• 21:25: departure of last train on weekends

• Every 34 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Carlisle to Exeter?

On this route spanning 465 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 5 hours and 26 minutes.

When do tickets between Carlisle and Exeter go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Carlisle and Exeter 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

More information on train travel from Carlisle to Exeter

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Exeter city guide to get you started.