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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without transferring at least once.
L79380+
G264139:25 AM3h54Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$681One-way1 transfer- L79369+G264068:24 AM3h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$831One-way1 transfer
W34559+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G263079:43 AM3h42Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$961One-way2 transfers- G14921 · G150979:16 AM3h39Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1081One-way1 transfer
- G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G264099:16 AM3h33Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1151One-way2 transfers
- G14921+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G264099:16 AM3h33Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1151One-way2 transfers
- G14921 · G150979:16 AM3h39Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1081One-way1 transfer
- W34559+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G263079:43 AM3h42Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$961One-way2 transfers
- L79380+G264139:25 AM3h54Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$681One-way1 transfer
- L79369+G264068:24 AM3h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $218.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $394 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $88 (€72).
A bus is $361 (€294) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $394 (€321).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
Flight takes on average 7h 1m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (3h 33m by train vs 3h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $88 (€72) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:25 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h54 | 1:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h42 | 1:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h52 | 6:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h13 | 9:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| L79369+G26406 | 8:24 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h55 | 12:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
 G01064+W35432+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45482 | 8:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h17 | 12:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 5:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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