London to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

Tue, 29 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Exeter

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

80S$

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

145S$

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

2 h

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

2 h 6 m

Trains on 29 Sept

106

Distance

253 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Exeter will cost around 145S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 80S$.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 106 trains from London to Exeter, including 30 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • South Western RailwayL79384
    1:20 PM4h03
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    5:23 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    80 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayY80290
    3:20 PM4h00
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:20 PMSt James' Park (SJP)
    85 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayC48044
    3:20 PM4h14
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:34 PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
    85 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayY80282
    1:20 PM4h29
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    5:49 PMSt James' Park (SJP)
    85 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayC48035
    1:20 PM4h14
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    5:34 PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
    85 S$1One-way
    1 change

Live departures

London to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Exeter trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG14977+Elizabeth lineC37166
Delayed
5:27 AM 5:18 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h26
8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14977 · Y41870+Elizabeth lineC37166
Delayed
5:27 AM 5:18 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
4h04
9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780+South Western RailwayL80571
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
3h39
9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34780 · C47995+South Western RailwayL80571
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
3h47
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780+Elizabeth lineC37176
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h39
9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34780 · C47995+Elizabeth lineC37176
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h47
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780 · G15229+South Western RailwayL80571
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
4h33
10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780 · G15229+Elizabeth lineC37176
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:48 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
4h33
10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780+Elizabeth lineC37181 · C36910
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:54 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h33
9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34780 · C47995+Elizabeth lineC37181 · C36910
Delayed
6:27 AM 5:54 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h41
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14977
On time
6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14977 · Y41870
On time
6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h22
9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34780 · C47995
On time
7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34780
On time
7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h25
9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34780 · G15229
On time
7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h19
10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
South Western RailwayL793157:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h56
11:06 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79315+Great Western RailwayC480047:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h22
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
South Western RailwayL79315+Great Western RailwayY802447:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h11
11:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34782 · C48000+Elizabeth lineC37212
Delayed
7:29 AM 7:18 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h15
10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34782 · G15229+Elizabeth lineC37212
Delayed
7:29 AM 7:18 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h03
10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14978 · C48004+Elizabeth lineC36969 · C37221
Delayed
8:29 AM 7:24 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
4h08
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 changes
SouthernC82780+South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayC48015
On time
7:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
6h07
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14952 · C48467+South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayC48015
On time
7:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)
6h02
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14934+CrossCountryG01133+Great Western RailwayY802447:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h33
11:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)2 changes
South Western RailwayL80059+Great Western RailwayW34788 · Y802517:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h31
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34782 · C48000
On time
8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34782
On time
8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h05
10:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14978 · C48004
On time
9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14978
On time
9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
11:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79920 · L79342+Great Western RailwayC480159:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h22
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34791 · C48010+Elizabeth lineC371609:13 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h19
12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34797 · C48015+SouthernG14330+South Western RailwayL806379:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
4h15
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 changes
SouthernG14330+South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayC48025
On time
9:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
6h16
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL793429:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h46
1:06 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayY802579:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h00
1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayC480159:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h11
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34788
On time
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h20
11:54 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34788 · Y80251
On time
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
SouthernC56223+South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayY80269
On time
9:36 AM London Victoria (VIC)
5h45
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14979 · Y80257+Elizabeth lineC36906 · C37183
Delayed
10:01 AM 9:36 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h44
1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)
3 changes
SouthernC93065+South Western RailwayL80061 · L79363+Great Western RailwayY802699:38 AM London Victoria (VIC)
5h43
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW3479110:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h00
12:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34791 · C4801010:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34791 · Y8025110:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h18
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
SouthernG26174+South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayC48025
On time
10:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
5h27
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80233 · L79363+Great Western RailwayC48025
On time
10:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
5h27
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34797 · C48015+Elizabeth lineC36937 · C3719910:06 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h25
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 changes
South Western RailwayL79352 · L7936310:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h46
3:06 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14979 · Y80257
On time
10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14979
On time
10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
1:07 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34797 · Y8026311:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h18
2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3479711:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34797 · C4801511:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h28
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14982 · C48021+Elizabeth lineC3722611:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h14
2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes
South Western RailwayL7936311:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h46
3:06 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayC48025
On time
11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h12
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayY8026911:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h01
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
SouthernG26406+South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayC48035
On time
11:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
5h48
5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35417+CrossCountryW29868+Great Western RailwayC48025
On time
11:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h44
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14982 · C48021
On time
12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h26
2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1498212:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h07
2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14982 · Y8026912:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h16
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
SouthernC93089+South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayY8028212:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)
5h41
5:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14984 · Y8026912:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1498412:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
3:08 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34809 · Y80274
On time
1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h19
4:22 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34809 · C48025
On time
1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34809 · Y80272 · C48030
On time
1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h17
4:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34809
On time
1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
3:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34814+Elizabeth lineC37271
Delayed
1:29 PM 1:17 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
2h55
4:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34814 · C48030+Elizabeth lineC37271
Delayed
1:29 PM 1:17 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h16
4:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34817 · C48033+South Western RailwayL80701
Delayed
2:01 PM 1:18 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
3h50
5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL79384
On time
1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h03
5:23 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayY80282
On time
1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h29
5:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayC48035
On time
1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h14
5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
SouthernG26200+South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayC48044
On time
1:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
5h59
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34814 · Y80277
On time
2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h52
4:55 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34814 · C48030
On time
2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
4:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34814
On time
2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
4:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26423+South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayC48044
On time
2:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
5h18
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Elizabeth lineC37179+Great Western RailwayC48503+South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayC48044
On time
2:17 PM London Paddington (PAD)
5h17
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34819 · C48035+Elizabeth lineC37179
Delayed
2:29 PM 2:17 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
3h17
5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34817 · Y80279
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h45
5:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34817 · C48033
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h32
5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34817
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h23
4:59 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34819 · Y80282
On time
3:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
5:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34819 · C48035
On time
3:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34819
On time
3:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
5:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34632 · G15233+CrossCountryG01150
On time
3:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h08
6:24 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34632+CrossCountryG01150
On time
3:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h53
6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayC48044
On time
3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h14
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayY80290
On time
3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h00
7:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
South Western RailwayL794063:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h54
7:14 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15020 · G14985 · Y80294+South Western RailwayL79411
Delayed
4:42 PM 3:50 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
4h31
8:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15020 · G14985 · C48048+South Western RailwayL79411
Delayed
4:42 PM 3:50 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
4h43
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34823 · G152344:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h50
6:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34823 · C48039
On time
4:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
6:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW348234:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
6:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL80293 · L79428+Great Western RailwayC48052
On time
4:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
5h59
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34827 · Y80290
On time
4:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
7:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW348274:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h27
7:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34830 · Y80292
On time
5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h50
7:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34830 · C48044
On time
5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW348305:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
7:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79428+Great Western RailwayY80300
On time
5:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h35
9:58 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79428+Great Western RailwayY80298 · C48052
On time
5:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h28
9:51 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL79428+Great Western RailwayC48052
On time
5:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h41
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79428
On time
5:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h43
9:06 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14985 · Y80294
On time
5:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h45
8:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG149855:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
8:05 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14985 · C48048
On time
5:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h57
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14942 · C01620+CrossCountryG01161_G664775:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h13
9:01 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14986 · C48052+Elizabeth lineC372685:50 PM London Paddington (PAD)
4h14
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34836 · C48048
On time
6:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34836 · Y80296
On time
6:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
8:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW348366:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
8:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149866:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
9:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34842 · Y80298 · C48052
On time
7:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
9:51 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34842 · Y803007:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h54
9:58 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34842 · C48052
On time
7:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h00
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW348427:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
9:14 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14988+Elizabeth lineC371887:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h11
10:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14988 · Y803028:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
10:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14988 · C48054
On time
8:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h02
11:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG149888:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h26
10:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL794648:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h47
12:07 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34848 · Y803049:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h42
11:46 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW348489:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h28
11:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34771
On time
11:45 PM London Paddington (PAD)
4h10
3:55 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Tuesday, 29 September
Great Western RailwayC48259 · G14977 · C479953:35 AM London Paddington (PAD)
6h00
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Exeter?

The best time to book your train from London to Exeter is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Exeter route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Exeter per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Exeter.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Exeter

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Trains from London to Exeter run on average 85 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 19S$ but you can travel from only 8S$ by coach.

There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 1h 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 8S$
Distance
253 km
Average train duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
19S$
Trains per day
85
Direct trains
34
Fastest train
1h 57m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
70 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 8S$

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry from London to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between London and Exeter from 8S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
61S$
Great Western Railway frequency
64 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
19S$
South Western Railway frequency
37 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 27m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
103S$
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Exeter by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Exeter can start from as little as 19S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Exeter is 111S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Exeter is 1h 57m to travel the 253 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Exeter leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from London to Exeter leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 34 direct trains a day from London to Exeter with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Exeter, you can count on CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Exeter from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Exeter including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Exeter

Most London to Exeter trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare London and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Exeter
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · 3S$ · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · 6S$ · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · 36S$ · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · 6S$ · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · 3S$ · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · 6S$ · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · 3S$ · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · 2S$ · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · 3S$ · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · 3S$ · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · 3S$ · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · 3S$ · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · 6S$ · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · 2S$ · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · 3S$ · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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