Exeter train station is more commonly known as Exeter St David's. It is located on Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon EX4 4NT, and the main station serves the city as a rail hub for Devon and Cornwall for anyone looking for trains to Exeter. Exeter St David's is managed by Great Western Railway, with services to London Paddington, Bristol, Plymouth, Penzance, Barnstaple, Exmouth, Paignton, and other South West destinations.
Great Western Railway also provides useful links to the airport, the city centre, Exeter Cathedral, Exeter Central, and the wider Exeter and Devon area. Great Western Railway trains connect with local buses, taxis and onward travel for the airport.
Exeter St Davids is the main station serving Exeter. Exeter St Davids is a major rail hub for Devon and Cornwall. Exeter serves as a major rail hub in the South West of England. Exeter St Davids offers extensive direct services across the UK. Exeter St Davids handles major services from London and Scotland. Direct trains from Exeter travel to London and the Midlands. CrossCountry trains connect Exeter to Birmingham and northern destinations. GWR operates major routes to London Paddington and Cornwall.
Exeter St David's is also served by Great Western Railway and South Western Railway. Great Western Railway operates key services across Devon and Cornwall, while Great Western Railway routes also link Exeter with London Paddington. Great Western Railway journey information is shown on screens, online tools and station displays.
Departures and arrivals can be checked on screens, online journey planners and customer information points. Announcements for departing trains, platforms, and service updates also support departures and arrivals. Exeter St Davids shows live train times for two hours. Live updates include train status and platform information. Example live-board information may show: Trains to Newton Abbot depart from Platform 4 at 09:30. The next train to Penzance leaves Platform 4 at 10:12.
Station Area Map
The sole main station entrance leads into the booking hall, ticket gates and concourse. The sole main station entrance is the signed route to the ticket office, ticket machine, coffee shops, baby-changing, public telephones, and waiting room.
The main entrance is near the taxi rank, buses and Bonhay Road. This station entrance is also the step-free access route. Use the signed station entrance for the main station route, lifts and ticket gates. The main station entrance is the easiest meeting point for most passengers.
Platform 1 is signed from the concourse. Platform 1 has step-free access via a lift and is used by some Great Western Railway services. Platform 2 is also signed from the same route. All platforms can be accessed via lifts. The platforms can be accessed via lifts from the concourse, with signed routes leading to them.
Exeter has two primary train stations. Exeter Central is a smaller station, ideal for city-centre access. The city centre, Exeter Cathedral and the university are onward destinations from here, while the city centre is also served by local bus and taxi routes.
Station Details and Facilities
Address
Station Address
Exeter St David's railway station
Bonhay Road
Exeter
Devon EX4 4NT
Ticket Office And Self-Service Ticket Machine
The ticket office is located in the booking hall for tickets, reservations and advice. A ticket machine is available for ticket buying, fare checks and collection. Tickets can be purchased digitally or from ticket machines. Tickets can be bought for any destination in Britain. Exeter St Davids has no booking fees for tickets. Train tickets can be bought before travel.
E-tickets are available for train travel from Exeter. Pre-purchased tickets can be collected from the ticket machine, and passengers can also use the ticket collection office where available. Great Western Railway customers can use digital options, self-service machines or staffed support before travel.
Ticket Office Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 05:45 - 20:40
Saturday: 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday: 07:30 - 20:40
Exeter St Davids ticket office opens Monday to Friday at 05:45. On Saturdays, the ticket office opens at 06:15. On Sundays, the ticket office opens at 07:30. The ticket office closes at 20:40 on weekdays and Sundays. On Fridays, the ticket office closes at 17:30. The ticket office at Exeter St Davids opens at 05:45 on weekdays.
The 05:45 weekday start is useful for early services. Check before travel in case there are further changes to planned opening hours.
Station Opening / Staffing Hours
Great Western Railway lists staff help as available Monday to Sunday. Staff can assist with tickets, ramps, routes, platforms and boarding.
Ticket Barriers
Ticket barriers are in use at the gateline.
Ticket Machines
A ticket machine is located in the booking hall. Ticket machines can be used for ticket issuance, collection, and journey preparation.
Smartcards
Smartcards Issued / Validated
Smartcards can be validated where supported. Oyster cards are not valid for travel from Exeter St David's, as Oyster cards are mainly used in London.
Pre-Purchase Collection
Pre-purchased tickets can be collected from the ticket machine. Pre-purchased tickets may also be handled at the collection ticket office, where supported.
Station Accessibility And Step-Free Access
Step-Free Access (Category A Station)
Step-free access is available throughout the route to the platforms. Exeter St Davids is a step-free Category A station. Exeter St David's is a step-free Category A station, which means platforms are accessible by lift and signed routes. This step-free Category A station layout is useful for passengers with reduced mobility.
For a video tour or a station visit before travelling, please visit the Great Western Railway accessibility information. Please visit the official assistance guidance to confirm a route in advance.
Ramps For Train Access
Ramps are available for train boarding. Ask staff for help boarding.
Wheelchairs Available
Wheelchairs are available for movement through the site.
Induction Loop
An induction loop is available at help points.
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accessible ticket machines are located near the entrance, with space to manoeuvre a wheelchair in front of the controls.
National Key Toilets
National key toilets are located on platform 1 and are operated by a RADAR key. National key toilets are located on platform 1 and are operated by a RADAR key. These key toilets are operated with a RADAR key, which is available from station staff upon request. A spare RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
Impaired Mobility Set Down And Pick Up
The set-down and pick-up point is located near the entrance.
Assistance Meeting Point
The assistance meeting point is at the gateline. This meeting point is signed from the entrance.
Getting To And From The Station
Accessible Taxis
Accessible taxis can be booked locally in advance.
Taxi Rank
The taxi rank is outside the entrance for the city centre, hotels, Exeter Cathedral and airport connections.
Bus Services
Buses stop near the entrance and serve local destinations. Exeter connects with local bus services to Exeter Airport. Exeter connects with local bus services to Exeter Airport.
Car Park
The car park has 435 spaces, including accessible spaces. The car park is beside the building, and the car park route is signed from the entrance.
Staff Help
Staff Help Available
Great Western Railway staff help is available Monday to Sunday. Staff can help with routes, ramps, tickets and boarding.
Customer Help Points
Help points are available inside and outside. The help points can be used for information, assistance and safety support.
Passenger Information Systems
Customer information points, departure screens, and announcements display trains, platforms, service updates, and calling points.
Station Facilities
Toilets
Toilets are located north of the concourse. Toilets are located near the signed passenger areas, with accessible facilities also available.
Baby Changing
Baby changing facilities are available. Baby change is listed in the toilet area.
ATM
An ATM is available.
Public Wi-Fi
GWR Free Station WiFi is available. GWR Free Station WiFi helps passengers check trains without using mobile data.
Pay Phone
Public telephones are available.
Shops
Shops include WHSmith and other passenger retail.
Refreshments
Coffee shops and vending machines are available.
Waiting Rooms
A waiting room is available for passengers. Seating is available near the waiting room.
Seating
Seating is available.
Post Box
A post box is not listed.
Trolleys
Trolleys are available.
First Class Lounge
Exeter St Davids features ticket offices and lounges. There is no first class lounge listed for Exeter St David's. A first-class lounge is not listed as a standard facility.
Passenger Services
Ticket Gates
Ticket gates are in operation for access to the platforms. Keep tickets ready before reaching the gateline.
Customer Services
Great Western Railway provides customer services. Contact our social media team GWRhelp for service support. Contact our social media team GWRhelp when plans change. GWR Help is available through Great Western Railway customer channels.
Left Luggage
Left luggage is not available.
Lost Property
Lost property is handled by Great Western Railway.
CCTV
CCTV is available.
Car Parking
Car Park Name
Station parking
Operator
APCOA
Spaces
435 spaces
Daily Charge / Notes
Check the car park operator for current daily charges. The car park has accessible spaces and is useful for rail users, city visits and airport connections.
Opening Hours
The car park is open for passenger use. Check local signs before leaving your vehicle.
Cycling
Cycle Storage Availability
Cycle information is available through PlusBike, along with onward travel details.
Sheltered
Check local signs for sheltered options.
Spaces
Cycle storage spaces should be checked before travel.
Type
Cycle stands and hire information may be shown locally.
Location
Cycle information is located through onward travel links.
Cycle Storage CCTV
Check local signs for CCTV coverage.
PlusBike Cycle Hire
PlusBike cycle hire is available for onward travel.
Other Transport
Location For Rail Replacement Services
Rail replacement services usually leave from the front of the building. Follow signs and staff directions during engineering work.
Exeter Airport Bus Link
The airport is linked to Exeter St David's by local transport options. Taxi, bus or onward local connections can reach the airport.
General Information
Station Operator
Great Western Railway
Station Code
EXD
Staffing Level
Full-time
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Exeter St Davids station open today?
Exeter St David's is normally staffed daily. The ticket office opens from 05 45 on weekdays, but check opening hours before travel.
Are there toilets at Exeter St Davids station?
Yes. Toilets, accessible toilets, and baby-changing facilities are available.
Does Exeter St Davids station have step-free access?
Yes. Exeter St David's has step-free access and a Category A layout. Lifts can reach platforms.
Is there parking at Exeter St Davids station?
Yes. There are 435 spaces in the car park, including accessible spaces.
Does Exeter have scenic rail routes?
Yes. Regional routes include the Riviera Line, Tarka Line, and Avocet Line. Riviera Line and Dartmoor Line are examples of scenic routes from Exeter. Exeter is the starting point for several scenic rail lines.