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Cheap train tickets from Exeter to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Cheapest

€53

Average

€68

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

09:30AM3h19

Exeter Central

12:49PMLondon Waterloo

€531One-way

0 transfers

09:49AM2h40

St James' Park

12:29PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

09:20AM2h44

St James' Park

12:04PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

09:52AM2h37

Exeter Central

12:29PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

09:23AM2h41

Exeter Central

12:04PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Exeter to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 5

Great Western Railway

08:04AM3h08

Exeter Central

11:12AMLondon Paddington

2 transfers

South Western Railway

08:09AM3h40

Exeter St Thomas

11:49AMLondon Waterloo

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

08:09AM3h03

Exeter St Thomas

11:12AMLondon Paddington

2 transfers

South Western Railway

08:28AM3h21

Exeter Central

11:49AMLondon Waterloo

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

08:50AM2h39

St James' Park

11:29AMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

08:53AM2h36

Exeter Central

11:29AMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

09:05AM2h24

Exeter St Thomas

11:29AMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

South Western Railway

09:05AM3h44

Exeter St Thomas

12:49PMLondon Waterloo

1 transfer

South Western Railway

09:20AM3h29

St James' Park

12:49PMLondon Waterloo

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

09:20AM2h44

St James' Park

12:04PMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

09:23AM2h41

Exeter Central

12:04PMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

South Western Railway

09:30AM3h19

Exeter Central

12:49PMLondon Waterloo

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

09:49AM2h40

St James' Park

12:29PMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

South Western Railway

09:49AM4h00

St James' Park

01:49PMLondon Waterloo

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

09:52AM2h37

Exeter Central

12:29PMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

10:06AM3h04

Exeter St Thomas

01:10PMLondon Paddington

2 transfers

South Western Railway

10:06AM3h43

Exeter St Thomas

01:49PMLondon Waterloo

1 transfer

Great Western Railway

10:48AM2h41

St James' Park

01:29PMLondon Paddington

1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Exeter to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Fastest Journey

2 h 24 m

Average

2 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

253 km

It's difficult to get from Exeter to London without transferring at least once.

Fastest

09:05AM2h24

Exeter St Thomas

11:29AMLondon Paddington

€981One-way

1 transfer

08:53AM2h36

Exeter Central

11:29AMLondon Paddington

€981One-way

1 transfer

09:52AM2h37

Exeter Central

12:29PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

08:50AM2h39

St James' Park

11:29AMLondon Paddington

€981One-way

1 transfer

09:49AM2h40

St James' Park

12:29PMLondon Paddington

€721One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Exeter to London

	Distance	156 miles (252 km)
	Average train duration	3 h 21 min
	Average train ticket price	$51 (€46)
	Train frequency	21 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 21 direct trains a day
	Train companies	South Western Railway, Great Western Railway or Cross Country

Trains from Exeter to London cover the 156 miles (252 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 21 min with our travel partners like South Western Railway, Great Western Railway or Cross Country. Normally, there are 21 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $24 (€22), but the average price of train tickets is $51 (€46). Travelers depart most frequently from Exeter St Davids and arrive in London Victoria.

Train providers: CrossCountry and South Western Railway from Exeter to London trains

Find the best trains to London from Exeter with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry and South Western Railway from $24 (€22). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Exeter to London. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

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.

Cheapest Price: $24

Trains from Exeter to London

A scenic cathedral and university city in Devon, Exeter is a popular destination for travelers heading for the beaches and moors of the West Country. It's also a main rail hub for the region, with direct trains from Exeter to two London stations. The fastest trains from Exeter to London take around two hours and 15 minutes to reach the capital, with departures available from very early morning through to an overnight connection leaving after midnight.

Which train companies travel from Exeter to London?

Great Western Railway offers direct trains from Exeter to London Paddington. South Western Railway provides direct services from Exeter to London Waterloo. Additional indirect connections involve using Cross Country Trains departures from Exeter to Taunton connecting with Great Western Railway trains to London Paddington.

How long is the train from Exeter to London?

The fastest trains from Exeter to London are some Great Western Railway departures to London Paddington, taking two hours and 15 minutes to reach the capital. Most trains to Paddington take around 15 to 20 minutes longer, while South Western Railway services to London Waterloo take more than an hour longer to complete the 196 mile trip to London.

How many trains are there from Exeter to London?

Great Western Railway departures from Exeter to London Paddington operate hourly from very early in the morning until just before 9 p.m. There is also an overnight service to Paddington leaving just after 1:00 a.m. South Western Railways services to London Waterloo also operate hourly, from early morning until around 8:30 p.m. Sunday schedules offer a reduced frequency, with no early morning services.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Exeter to London?

Departure train station: Exeter St Davids is the main station in the city, located on the west side of the center, with bus connections available from stops at the front entrance. Facilities at the station include ATMs, free WiFi, a coffee shop, vending machines, and taxi stands.

Arrival train station: London Paddington Station is west of central London with transport links from bus stops on Praed Street and on five Underground lines. London Waterloo Station is on the south side of the city center with four Underground lines and an adjacent bus terminus. Both stations have restaurants, coffee shops, food stores, newsagents and taxi stands.

FAQs: Trains from Exeter to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Exeter to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter to London.

Cheap train tickets from Exeter to London can start from as little as $24 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Exeter to London is $51 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Exeter to London train time is 3 h 21 min covering the 156 mile (252 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Exeter to London leaves at 7: 28 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Exeter to London leaves at 11: 51 AM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Exeter to London without having to change trains with South Western Railway. There are 21 direct trains from Exeter to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Exeter to London train with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway or Cross Country. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Exeter and London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Exeter, you have various train station options to start your route from including Exeter St Davids, Exeter Central and Exeter St Thomas. When arriving in London, you can end your route in train stations like London Victoria, London St Pancras International and London Euston.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Exeter St Davids, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Victoria, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Exeter is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Exeter to London by train is May.

Yes, you can take a bus from Exeter to London.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Exeter

London

Exeter St Davids is the most popular Exeter railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Exeter for your trip to London.

Exeter St Davids Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Exeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Public transit options for Exeter St Davids

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

Exeter Central Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Public transit options for Exeter Central

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street

Exeter St Thomas Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Exeter St Thomas station, Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ

Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas

Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station

Exeter

Amenities at station

Accessibility

Address

Exeter EX4 3SB, UK

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