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GWR train on the Avocet Line between Exeter and Exmouth
Mark Lynam
Cyclists boarding train at Topsham Station, on the Avocet Line
Avocet Line
Exeter - Exmouth
2:30
Hours from
LONDON
4:15
Hours from
Manchester

Take a trip along the Exe Estuary on the Avocet Line.

From the heart of the Cathedral city of Exeter take a trip along the Exe Estuary. It's a great journey for birdwatchers, and in Exmouth why not hit the beach or enjoy award-winning fish and chips? 

Highlights

Stop off at Topsham for great restaurants and pubs

Take a stroll on Exmouth beach

Take a scenic walk from the railway with free directions and maps

Find out more

Local line website
Exeter
Exmouth
South Devon
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Getting there

Depending on your direction of travel, you can park at either Exeter St Davids station (EX4 4NT) or at Exmouth station (EX8 1BZ).

Exeter is very well connected by train. Visit from any railway station in the country. Look up local bus links at www.traveline.info.

There are buses from Exeter Airport to both Exeter and Exmouth. See the airport's local travel page for details (click 'Bus/coach').

Route

Exeter - Exmouth

Cost

Info
£5.20 Off-Peak Day Return

Opening times

All year | 7 days a week

Journey time

30min

Distance

11 miles | 18 km

Time from London

2:30 hours (see itinerary)

More lines to explore nearby

Nearby heritage railways
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