What is the best way to travel from Gloucester to Exeter?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Gloucester?
You can reach Exeter with just £23 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m009:32GloucesterCentral Station12:12ExeterCranbrook Train Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:32:00 to Cranbrook Train Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 30m011:40GloucesterCentral Station14:10ExeterCranbrook Train Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 11:40:00 to Cranbrook Train Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 14:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m009:32GloucesterCentral Station11:52ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:32:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Transport for Wales2h 9m009:43GloucesterCentral Station11:52ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:43:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 51m005:20GloucesterCentral Station09:11ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:20:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 09:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Transport for Wales4h 32m005:50GloucesterCentral Station10:22ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 32m
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Transport for Wales4h 43m005:50GloucesterCentral Station10:33ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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Transport for Wales5h 33m005:50GloucesterCentral Station11:23ExeterSt James Park Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St James Park Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 11:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 33m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Gloucester to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter from Gloucester in just 2h 9m with a Train from Transport for Wales. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Transport for Wales2h 9m009:43GloucesterCentral Station11:52ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:43:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m009:32GloucesterCentral Station11:52ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:32:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 30m011:40GloucesterCentral Station14:10ExeterCranbrook Train Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 11:40:00 to Cranbrook Train Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 14:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m009:32GloucesterCentral Station12:12ExeterCranbrook Train Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:32:00 to Cranbrook Train Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 51m005:20GloucesterCentral Station09:11ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:20:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 09:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Transport for Wales4h 32m005:50GloucesterCentral Station10:22ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 32m
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Transport for Wales4h 43m005:50GloucesterCentral Station10:33ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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Transport for Wales5h 33m005:50GloucesterCentral Station11:23ExeterSt James Park Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:50:00 to St James Park Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 11:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £87 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 33m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Bus from Gloucester to Exeter
What are the most popular stations in Gloucester and Exeter?
In Gloucester, you will usually depart from Transport Hub, Longlevens or Central Station, while in Exeter you will be arriving at Honiton Road, Coach Station or St Davids 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 Gloucester? With 4 connections between 2 Train 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 Gloucester and Exeter, you can pay as low as £23 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 Transport for Wales: you will get to Exeter in just 2h 9m.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 Gloucester and Exeter are Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales, 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucestershire Airport or to Topsham, and look at flights from Gloucestershire 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 Gloucester to Exeter?
The most popular companies between Gloucester and Exeter, are Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Gloucester to Exeter
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Exeter
How can I reach Exeter from Gloucester?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, with which you can get to Exeter from Gloucester.
How far is Exeter from Gloucester?
The distance between Gloucester and Exeter is 156.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gloucester 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 27 kgs, and a flight 38 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gloucester to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter with just £23 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
What is the fastest way to get from Gloucester 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 9m with a Train from Transport for Wales.
More routes to Gloucester and to Exeter
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gloucester and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
