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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€55
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
9:15 AM3h53Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:08 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€391One-way0 transfers
7:24 AM3h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:19 AMLondon Gatwick Airport€711One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM3h53Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:08 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€391One-way0 transfers
- 7:24 AM3h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:19 AMLondon Gatwick Airport€711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €92.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €53 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport:
A ferry is €32 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €53.
A ferry is €71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €92.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 3h 33m by car). Tickets start at around €92 compared to roughly €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 London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:24 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h55 | 11:19 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h53 | 1:08 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €21 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 09:14. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 9:14 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Gatwick Airport from €21. 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 London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Gatwick Airport 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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