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Exeter to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:59
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
6h 51m
Distance
Distance
583 km
Price
Price
5.782,00 JPY*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

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07:59
9 t 12 m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
17:11
Waverley
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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08:30
7 t 57 m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
16:27
Waverley
Great Western RailwayLNER
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09:32
8 t 1 m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
17:33
Waverley
Great Western RailwayLumo
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10:15
8 t 12 m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
18:27
Waverley
Great Western RailwayLNER
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10:27
8 t, 2 change
Exeter St Davids
18:27
Waverley
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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10:27
8 t 41 m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
19:08
Paris
CrossCountry
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Ticket prices for Exeter to Edinburgh typically cost around 5.782,00 JPY, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Edinburgh

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you travel between Exeter and Edinburgh on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Exeter to Edinburgh when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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Group travel deals

If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Exeter to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
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