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Exeter to Derby train route details

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Derby
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
283 km
Price
Price
AU$ 25.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

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22:43
10h, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
08:43
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Derby
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Fares from Exeter to Derby usually average around AU$ 25.00, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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AU$ 25.00
Thu12Feb
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AU$ 62.10
Fri13Feb
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AU$ 62.10
Sat14Feb
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AU$ 62.10
Sun15Feb
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AU$ 62.10
Mon16Feb
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AU$ 29.42
Tue17Feb
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AU$ 62.10
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Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Exeter to Derby more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Exeter to Derby when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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