Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$106

Average price

$122

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 13 m

Trains per day

30

Distance

229 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) without transferring at least once.

  • Elizabeth lineC37591 · C37228+Great Western RailwayC00796
    9:19 AM3h51
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    1:10 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers
  • Heathrow ExpressW10801+Elizabeth lineC35319 · C37182+Great Western RailwayC01222
    6:57 AM3h29
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    10:26 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $1061One-way
    3 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC35316 · C37182+Great Western RailwayC01222
    6:49 AM3h37
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    10:26 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC38182 · C37274+Great Western RailwayV91534
    4:50 PM3h20
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    8:10 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC37887 · C37180+Great Western RailwayW34844
    5:50 PM3h22
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    9:12 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $172.

Distance: 142 miles (229 km)

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Bus
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Driving

$99

Average price

$27

Average price

Cheapest

$476

Average price

$76

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 51m

Average total duration

4h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 52m

Average total duration

6h 52m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

3h 5m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is a bus with an average price of $27 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD):

A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average $99 (€81).

A bus is $449 (€364) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average $476 (€386).

The fastest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 21m.

Flight takes on average 6h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 37m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€81) compared to roughly $76 (€61) 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

Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC42235+Elizabeth lineC37170 · C37878
Delayed
4:01 PM 3:50 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h23
7:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayV96076+Elizabeth lineC37960 · C371974:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h21
8:11 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayV96076+Heathrow ExpressW109204:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h14
8:11 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34641+CrossCountryG01162+Heathrow ExpressW10923
Delayed
4:48 PM 5:12 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h32
8:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34843+Heathrow ExpressW109356:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h21
9:33 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34843+Elizabeth lineC37235 · C38078
On time
6:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h13
9:33 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34846+Elizabeth lineC38149 · C37258
On time
7:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h14
10:34 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10950+Great Western RailwayW34846
On time
7:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h07
10:34 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10953+Great Western RailwayC42201
On time
7:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h57
11:39 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42201+Elizabeth lineC37269 · C38184
Delayed
7:56 PM 7:50 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h49
11:39 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10792+Great Western RailwayC012226:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4h14
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC35312+Great Western RailwayC012226:19 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4h07
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC35312 · C37172+Great Western RailwayC012226:19 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4h07
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC35316 · C37182+Great Western RailwayC012226:49 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h37
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10801+Elizabeth lineC35319 · C37182+Great Western RailwayC012226:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h29
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10804+Great Western RailwayC012227:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h14
10:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10810+Great Western RailwayW347937:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h23
11:05 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10816+Great Western RailwayW34677+CrossCountryG011368:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h40
11:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37525 · C37210+Great Western RailwayC001678:19 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h51
12:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10819+Elizabeth lineC37949 · C37210+Great Western RailwayC001678:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h43
12:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10822+Great Western RailwayC001678:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h28
12:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10825+Great Western RailwayV91538+CrossCountryG011428:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h57
12:54 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37591 · C37228+Great Western RailwayC007969:19 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h51
1:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10831+Elizabeth lineC38014 · C37228+Great Western RailwayC007969:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h43
1:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)3 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10834+Great Western RailwayC007969:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h28
1:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10837+Great Western RailwayC01227+CrossCountryG011459:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h53
1:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC38104 · C37248+Great Western RailwayV9153710:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h19
2:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10849+Great Western RailwayV9153710:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h12
2:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10858+Great Western RailwayW3481211:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h27
3:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC38174 · C37270+Great Western RailwayW3481211:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h19
3:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10861+Great Western RailwayC50047+CrossCountryW2987411:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h50
3:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37876 · C37178+Great Western RailwayV9153612:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h20
4:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10873+Elizabeth lineC37461 · C37091+Great Western RailwayC3306412:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h13
4:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)4 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10873+Great Western RailwayV9153612:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h13
4:10 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 49m.

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 $16 (€13)
Distance
142 miles (229 km)
Average train duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$70 (€57)
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
6:45 AM
Last train
9:20 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 $16 (€13)

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from $16 (€13). 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 49m
Cheapest Price
$70 (€57)
Great Western Railway frequency
10 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

FAQs: Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 Exeter St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $70 (€57), while the average price is around $99 (€81).
The train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) takes 2h 49m and runs 10 per day.
The distance by train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is 142 miles (229 km).
The first train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 6:45 AM.
The last train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 9:20 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
There is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is by bus, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Exeter St Davids offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills, charming villages, and lush green landscapes, particularly as the train passes through the picturesque areas of Berkshire and Somerset.
A day trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Exeter St Davids is not feasible due to the travel time of 2h 49m. However, trains run 11 times per day for the 142 miles (229 km) journey.
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Since neither Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) nor Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 Exeter St Davids (EXD) include Plymouth, Newton Abbot, Bristol, Totnes, Exmouth.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

London
Exeter
The major train station for departures in London is Heathrow Terminal 5. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heathrow Terminal 5 for your trip from London to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
25 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

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