Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$49

Average price

$63

Fastest journey

2 h 59 m

Average duration

3 h 56 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

250 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.

Fast trains

Of the 7 trains that leave Exeter Central (EXC) for London Paddington (PAD) on Sun, Jun 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 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 Railway
    12:30 PM5h00
    Exeter Central (EXC)
    5:30 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $491One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western Railway
    11:30 AM4h06
    Exeter Central (EXC)
    3:36 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western Railway
    10:25 AM5h11
    Exeter Central (EXC)
    3:36 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western Railway
    7:13 PM4h22
    Exeter Central (EXC)
    11:35 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway
    4:11 PM2h59
    Exeter Central (EXC)
    7:10 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $232.

Distance: 155 miles (250 km)

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Driving

$73

Average price

$30

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Cheapest

$388

Average price

$80

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

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30m

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5h 13m

Average total duration

4h 43m

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8h 30m

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5h 30m

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3h 0m

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3h 44m

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) is a bus with an average price of $30 (€25).

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD):

A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $73 (€60).

A bus is $357 (€292) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $388 (€317).

The fastest way to travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 43m.

Flight takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 50m faster (2h 54m by train vs 3h 44m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($73 (€60) vs $80 (€65)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway8:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
3h30
11:58 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Sunday, June 21
South Western Railway10:25 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
5h11
3:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway11:30 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
4h06
3:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway12:30 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
5h00
5:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway4:11 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
2h59
7:10 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway5:30 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
5h11
10:41 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway7:13 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
4h22
11:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway7:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC)
3h14
10:42 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 2h 59m.

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
Bus from $20 (€16)
Distance
155 miles (250 km)
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$33 (€27)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 59m
First train
4:14 AM
Last train
8:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Bus from $20 (€16)

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Paddington (PAD) from $20 (€16). 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 Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
$64 (€52)
Great Western Railway frequency
3 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 Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€27)
South Western Railway frequency
2 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
CrossCountry frequency
1 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
$208 (€170)
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

Complete guide to London Paddington

Things to do in London Paddington

Discover the best of London Paddington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Paddington trip today.

  • Must visit

The National Gallery

World-famous art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from the 13th to early 20th centuries. Essential for European painting and one of London's top cultural sites.

  • Recommended

The Wallace Collection

National museum in Hertford House with outstanding French 18th-century art, armor, and decorative arts. A refined, centrally located collection popular with both locals and visitors.

  • Recommended

Serpentine South Gallery

Major contemporary gallery in a former tea pavilion in Kensington Gardens, noted for ambitious exhibitions and the annual architecture pavilion program.

Pound sterling

London Paddington is expensive for most visitors. Hotels, dining, and transport cost more than in many UK cities.

Average meal costs

Budget
GBP 8-15 for takeaway or a simple meal.
Mid-range
GBP 20-40 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
GBP 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
GBP 3-5 for a regular coffee.

Tipping culture

Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for pubs. Round up taxis or add about 10%. Hotel porters: GBP 1-2 per bag.

FAQs: Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $33 (€27), while the average price is around $73 (€60).
The train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 2h 59m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) is 155 miles (250 km).
The first train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 4:14 AM.
The last train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 8:30 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around $20 (€16).
The train journey from Exeter Central to London Paddington is relatively scenic, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Devon, with views of rolling hills and charming villages, before transitioning into the more urban landscapes approaching London.
A day trip from Exeter Central to London Paddington is not feasible, as the journey duration is 2h 59m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 155 miles (250 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD).
Since neither Exeter Central (EXC) nor London Paddington (PAD) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Paddington (PAD) include Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford, Swindon, Slough.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Paddington (PAD)

Exeter
London
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street

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