What is the best way to travel from Southampton to Exeter?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Exeter from Southampton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Southampton?
You can get to Exeter with just $19 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR), but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 49m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:22 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:18 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:33:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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South Western Railway3h 53m05:47 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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Southern3h 41m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Southern3h 46m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:45 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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National Express7h 55m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station5:25 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express6h 40m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:20 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Cheapest Trains Friday
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express7h 10m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:40 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express6h 30m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station7:30 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express6h 10m04:50 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 4:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express7h 0m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:20 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express6h 10m07:00 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express6h 10m04:50 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 4:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express8h 40m06:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 6:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
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National Express6h 10m07:00 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express7h 10m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:40 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express6h 30m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station7:30 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express7h 20m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:50 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
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National Express7h 20m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:50 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 49m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:22 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 2m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:35 AMExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 2m
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South Western Railway5h 37m05:55 AMSouthamptonCentral Station11:32 AMExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:55:00 AM to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 11:32:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m
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South Western Railway3h 53m05:47 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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Southern3h 41m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/4/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Southampton to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter from Southampton in just 2h 45m 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.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:18 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:33:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:18:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 49m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:22 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Southern3h 41m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Southern3h 46m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:45 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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South Western Railway3h 53m05:47 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express6h 40m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:20 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express7h 55m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station5:25 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/28/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/28/2025 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Fastest Trains Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express6h 10m04:50 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 4:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express6h 10m07:00 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express6h 30m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station7:30 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 0m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:20 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 10m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:40 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/29/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/29/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express6h 10m04:50 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 4:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express6h 10m07:00 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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National Express6h 30m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station7:30 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 10m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:40 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/30/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express8h 40m06:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/30/2025 6:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 20m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:50 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/31/2025 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 3/31/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express7h 20m09:30 AMSouthamptonBus Station4:50 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/1/2025 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/1/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/2/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/2/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 49m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:22 AMExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 2m05:33 AMSouthamptonCentral Station8:35 AMExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:33:00 AM to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 2m
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Southern3h 41m05:59 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southern goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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South Western Railway3h 53m05:47 AMSouthamptonSwanwick Train Station9:40 AMExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Swanwick Train Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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South Western Railway5h 37m05:55 AMSouthamptonCentral Station11:32 AMExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Central Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 5:55:00 AM to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 11:32:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m
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National Express6h 5m04:55 PMSouthamptonBus Station11:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 4:55:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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National Express6h 30m06:40 AMSouthamptonBus Station1:10 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 6:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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National Express7h 0m01:00 PMSouthamptonBus Station8:00 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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National Express7h 15m02:20 PMSouthamptonBus Station9:35 PMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 2:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/3/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express8h 30m06:30 PMSouthamptonBus Station3:00 AMExeterBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 4/3/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 4/4/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
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Bus from Southampton to Exeter
What are the most popular stations in Southampton and Exeter?
In Southampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, SeaCity Museum or Bitterne Station, 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 Southampton? With 6 connections between 4 Train 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 Southampton and Exeter, you can pay as low as $19 with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).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 45m.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 Southampton and Exeter are National Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway, 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 Southampton 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 Netley or to Topsham, and look at flights from Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Exeter?
The most popular companies between Southampton and Exeter, are National Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and Southern
All you need to know when you travel from Southampton to Exeter
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Southampton 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 Southampton to Exeter
How can I reach Exeter from Southampton?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Exeter from Southampton.
How far is Exeter from Southampton?
The distance between Southampton and Exeter is 93.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Southampton 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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 37 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Southampton to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter with just $19 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
What is the fastest way to get from Southampton 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 45m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
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