Trains from Exeter to Cambridge

Exeter to Cambridge train information

Find your ticket on gopili to identify the different operators for your train between Exeter (South West England) to Cambridge (East of England). The services on board can vary depending on the rail company.

There are 188 miles between the 2 cities and the average journey time from Exeter to Cambridge is approximately 4h49m. Taking the train is often the quickest option to get to Cambridge from Exeter, and it's also more environmentally friendly than driving your car or flying.

Prices can vary depending on when you travel or how long in advance you buy your ticket.

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Best prices for Exeter to Cambridge trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Exeter and Cambridge by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Cambridge to Exeter and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

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The most efficient way to pay less on your Exeter Cambridge train ticket may be to get a railcard. While regional railcards can be obtained in some areas, National railcards enable you to save money on most rail fares across the country. Everyone is eligible to at least 1 of the railcard, even non-UK residents. National railcards available: 16-25 discount card, Senior railcard, Two together discount card, Family and Friends railcard and Disabled persons discount card.

Why should I buy a railcard?

The main benefit of using a railcard is that it only takes a couple of trips to be profitable.

You will need to purchase at least £88 of train tickets throughout the duration of the railcard's validity for the card to be worthwile. This number corresponds to the cost of the railcard, £30, divided by the discount, 34%. On every ticket that you buy afterwards, you will save money.

As an example, train tickets from Exeter to Cambridge cost on average £50.00 (1). If you're dividing £88 by £50.00 (£88/£50.00 = 1.76), it turns out that after only 2 one way journeys from Cambridge to Exeter, the railcard will have paid for itself.

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

Railcards enable you to save 34% off most adult fares for 12 months. A Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the five other ones £30.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey