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How to get from Exeter to Southampton by train?

From Exeter to Southampton by train

To get from Exeter to Southampton in South West, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Salisbury station. Next, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Southampton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min.

161min
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Exeter St Davids
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Exeter
  • 2
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Waterloo
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    114 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Portsmouth Harbour
  • 5
    Ride to train station Southampton Central
    Ride to train station
    Southampton Central
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Exeter to Southampton
The distance between Exeter, South West and Southampton, South West is approximately 112.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Exeter to Southampton by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Exeter

Exeter is located at Exeter, South West and the nearest public transport station is St Davids Station, St Davids.

Train stations close to Exeter:

  • Exeter St Thomas
  • Exeter St Davids

Bus stations close to Exeter:

  • St Davids Station, St Davids
  • Jolly Porter, St Davids
  • The Imperial, St Davids
Public transport stations close to Southampton, South West

Southampton is located at Southampton, South West and the nearest public transport station is Central Station, Southampton City Centre.

Train stations close to Southampton:

  • Southampton Central

Bus stations close to Southampton:

  • Central Station, Southampton City Centre
  • Seacity Museum, Southampton City Centre
  • Asda & Marlands, Southampton City Centre
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Southampton?

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Exeter and Southampton in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Exeter to Southampton in South West?

    The SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from London Waterloo station near Exeter to Salisbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Salisbury station near Southampton in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Exeter to Southampton in South West by train?

    The total travel time between Exeter and Southampton in South West by train is about 2 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Exeter to get to Southampton in South West?

    Get on the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from the London Waterloo station near Exeter in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Exeter and Southampton in South West?

    Get off the train at the Salisbury station, which is closest to Southampton in South West.

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