How do I get to Exeter?
How to get there, parking, and help with visit costs.
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Official facts for this prison
The closest railway stations are Exeter Central (300 meters from the prison) and Exeter St Davids (2 kilometres from the prison). Buses run from Exeter St Davids into the city centre. : National Rail Enquiries
Source: GOV.UK · Last checked: 2026-08-17
: National Rail Enquiries Traveline for local bus times The prison has no car parking available for visitors. You should use city centre parking or park and ride schemes.
Source: GOV.UK · Last checked: 2026-08-17
Getting there, and help with costs
- Every prison page on GOV.UK has local directions, parking notes and public-transport pointers.
- If you receive certain benefits or hold an NHS tax-credit exemption certificate, you may get help through the Assisted Prison Visits Scheme.
- Claims usually cover travel, and sometimes overnight stay and meals.
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What this actually means
Visit cost is usually travel plus time off work, not the visit itself. The Assisted Prison Visits Scheme exists because this is a known barrier.
Remote prisons are a different product from city locals. Check trains and taxis before you promise a Saturday.
If you qualify for help, claim it. It is not a favour.
Questions families ask
: National Rail Enquiries Traveline for local bus times The prison has no car parking available for visitors. You should use city centre parking or park and ride schemes.
- Visiting times sit on that prison’s hours page, not the travel page. Open Exeter visiting times before you set off.