Exeter St Thomas station
Cowick Street
Exeter
Devon
EX4 1AJ
Exeter St Thomas Station can be found on Cowick Street in Exeter as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Exeter St Thomas Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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If you're planning a journey in the southwest of England, Exeter St Thomas train station is your gateway to exploring picturesque Devon and beyond. Nestled in a vibrant suburb near the River Exe, this station connects passengers to key locations across the region and offers a taste of Exeter's charm. Whether you're heading on a short commute or a longer venture, Exeter St Thomas station makes a convenient starting point.
Exeter St Thomas is a simple, accessible station without a ticket office, but it provides ticket machines for easy collection of pre-purchased tickets. In addition to standard purchasing options, you can collect your online-bought tickets from these machines. They are designed to accommodate all passengers, with accessible features like an induction loop. For those in need of assistance, the station is equipped with a help point and departure screens providing the latest travel information.
Although the station doesn't boast a wide range of facilities, attentive customer service and a customer help point ensure travelers have support when needed. It's worth noting that the station lacks some conveniences like luggage storage and refreshment facilities, so plan accordingly. For those traveling by bike, there are limited bicycle storage spaces available at the bottom of the stairs leading to platform one, yet they are not sheltered nor under CCTV surveillance.
While Exeter St Thomas provides accessible ticket machines and a ramp for train access, it does lack some key accessibility features, such as step-free access to platforms. For onward travel, the station is linked to nearby bus stops at Cowick Street, offering connections to Exeter St David’s and further routes to locations like Newton Abbot. There’s a regular bus service to Exeter Airport from St David's Station, making travel seamless for outgoing flights. If you're taking a bike along, a PLUSBUS ticket will facilitate a smooth transition from train to road.
Taxi services are unavailable at the station itself, so it's advisable to arrange transportation beforehand if you're planning to explore beyond the immediate vicinity without a car or bicycle.
From Exeter St Thomas, a myriad of enchanting destinations await. Frequent trains head to coastal spots like Exmouth and Dawlish, perfect for seaside escapes. Within easy reach are destinations like Teignmouth and Newton Abbot, or head to picturesque Barnstaple and Topsham for a change of scenery. For those interested in cultural excursions, Exeter St Thomas offers connections to landmarks like Exeter Central.
Other popular routes include journeys to Paignton, Torquay, and the bustling city of Plymouth. For a touch of serenity, consider a trip to Dawlish Warren or the rural beauty of Okehampton. By traveling from Exeter St Thomas, the possibilities are as exciting as they are varied, promising experiences that cater to every traveler's taste.
Whether you're a local commuter or a curious traveler, Exeter St Thomas train station is your connector to diverse experiences within Devon and beyond. While the station keeps things simple, its strategic connections and straightforward amenities ensure an easy journey start. Embrace the opportunity to explore new horizons by purchasing your train tickets through our user-friendly options, setting the stage for adventures that await at every stop.
With your next travel plan in sight, let Exeter St Thomas be the station that takes you there. Come and discover where the journey begins!
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Exeter St Thomas, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
Ticket machines | Yes |
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Smartcards | |
Smartcards issued at this station | No |
Smartcard validators | No |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp. | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | None | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |
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Step-free access | Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Exeter St Thomas |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | No |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
Accessible spaces | None |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Exeter St Thomas |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Refreshment Facilities | No |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 8 Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | Available No |
To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station |
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Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Exeter Airport - Stagecoach operate a regular, daily bus service (route 56 Monday to Saturday; route 379 Sunday) from Exeter St Davids station forecourt to Exeter Airport. Buy an Exeter PLUSBUS ticket with your train ticket, for the bus journey from the station to the airport. |
Available No |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Paignton | Great Western Railway | 20:32 | 2 | 20:34 |
from Exmouth | Great Western Railway | 20:38 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew |
from Exmouth | Great Western Railway | 21:40 | 1 | On time |
from Paignton | Great Western Railway | 21:42 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Exmouth | Great Western Railway | 20:33 | 2 | 20:35 |
to Paignton | Great Western Railway | 20:39 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew |
to Paignton | Great Western Railway | 21:41 | 1 | On time |
to Exmouth | Great Western Railway | 21:44 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew |