Exeter to Oxford by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Oxford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Oxford, 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 01:06 View journey
Last train 22:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 195
Trains / day 64 View all
Cheapest journey €73.75 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 43m
Train operators 6

Exeter to Oxford train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Exeter to Oxford by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Exeter to Oxford take around 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 195 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Exeter is scheduled to depart at around  01:06. The last departure is usually at around 21:49 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Exeter at around 01:06, with the last train leaving at around 22:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 64 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €73.75.

We think any time is a great time to visit Oxford, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Oxford.

Is there a direct train from Exeter to Oxford?

The journey between Exeter and Oxford usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Exeter to Oxford every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Exeter to Oxford?

The Exeter to Oxford train travel takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Exeter to Oxford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Oxford leaving Exeter at around 01:06 and the last train leaving at around 21:49 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Exeter at around 01:06, with the final departure at 22:57.

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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.