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Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas, starting from $6.84 and averaging $15.72. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 48 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:47 2 hours 48 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	09:35 Exeter St Thomas	Find Tickets
06:47 4 hours 45 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	11:32 Exeter St Thomas	Find Tickets
07:15 3 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	10:33 Exeter St Thomas	Find Tickets
08:15 3 hours 17 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	11:32 Exeter St Thomas	Find Tickets
09:11 3 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	12:32 Exeter St Thomas	Find Tickets
09:11 4 hours 20 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	13:31 Paris	Find Tickets

Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas Train Route Details

First train

06:47

Last train

23:42

Departure station

Southampton Central

Arrival station

Exeter St Thomas

Journey time

2 hours 48 minutes

Distance

151 km

Price

$6.84*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Southampton Central to Exeter St Thomas Train Route Details