The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 5 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for London Heathrow Airport on Fri, Aug 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
9:43 AM3h14Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:57 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€511One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM3h24Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport€631One-way0 transfers
8:16 AM2h50Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:06 AMLondon Heathrow Airport€721One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM3h06Exeter St Davids (EXD)7:21 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€851One-way0 transfers
9:38 AM3h19Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:57 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€861One-way0 transfers
8:16 AM2h50Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:06 AMLondon Heathrow Airport€721One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM3h06Exeter St Davids (EXD)7:21 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€851One-way0 transfers
9:43 AM3h14Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:57 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€511One-way0 transfers
9:38 AM3h19Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:57 PMLondon Heathrow Airport€861One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM3h24Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:51 AMLondon Heathrow Airport€631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €240.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€101 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €453 Average price | €63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport:
A ferry is €22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average €43.
A ferry is €81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average €101.
A ferry is €432 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average €453.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 43m.
Flight takes on average 2h 52m.
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (2h 43m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around €101 compared to roughly €63 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 Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:16 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h50 | 11:06 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
![]() | 7:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h24 | 10:51 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €72 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 143 miles (231 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 143 miles (231 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €72 |
Trains per day 45 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 4:15 PM |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Heathrow Airport from €16. 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 Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Heathrow 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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