How to get from Oxford to Exeter

Compare Trains, Carpool and Buses with one click and find the best one for you
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

What is the best way to travel from Oxford to Exeter?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Exeter from Oxford. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 22m
$80
$81
18
Car
3h 0m
$20
$20
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Oxford?

You can get to Exeter with just $20 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from $82
Sunday
from $20
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 49m
    0
    8:18 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $82
  • CrossCountry
    2h 39m
    0
    10:19 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:58 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $82
  • CrossCountry
    2h 55m
    0
    10:43 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    1:38 PM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $82
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 39m
    0
    8:32 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:11 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $82

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Oxford
    8:00 PM
    Exeter
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 3m
    0
    7:54 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    10:57 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:52 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 39m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:09 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $80
  • CrossCountry
    2h 43m
    0
    10:16 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:59 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80

What are the fastest trips from Oxford to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter from Oxford in just 2h 22m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 39m
Sunday
from 2h 22m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 39m
    0
    10:19 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:58 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $82
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 39m
    0
    8:32 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:11 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $82
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 42m
    0
    9:04 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:46 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $82
  • CrossCountry
    2h 49m
    0
    8:18 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $82

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    11:52 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 39m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:09 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $80
  • CrossCountry
    2h 43m
    0
    10:16 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    12:59 PM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80
  • CrossCountry
    2h 52m
    0
    12:16 PM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    3:08 PM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80

    • Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Oxford
    8:00 PM
    Exeter
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Oxford to Exeter

What are the most popular stations in Oxford and Exeter?

In Oxford, you will usually depart from Central Station, Parkway or St Giles, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Oxford? With 5 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Oxford and Exeter, you can pay as low as $20 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Exeter in just 2h 22m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Oxford and Exeter are CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Oxford and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Yarnton or to Topsham, and look at flights from Oxford Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Oxford to Exeter?

The most popular companies between Oxford and Exeter, are CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: CrossCountry and Great Western Railway (GWR)

All you need to know when you travel from Oxford to Exeter

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Oxford to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Oxford to Exeter

How can I reach Exeter from Oxford?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Exeter from Oxford.

How far is Exeter from Oxford?

The distance between Oxford and Exeter is 121.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Oxford and Exeter?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Oxford to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter with just $20 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Exeter?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 2h 22m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Oxford and to Exeter

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Oxford and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
CheckMyBus › Travel › Oxford › Exeter

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To show you the best bus offers, we and our partners use technical, analytical, and marketing cookies to personalize the ads. We remember your anonymized details to provide a personalized experience.