The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Exeter Central (EXC) on Sat, Dec 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.


London Paddington (PAD) - Exeter Central (EXC)Compare Great Western Rail, South Western Railway


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
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€71 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h31 | 1:06 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London Paddington to Exeter Central trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as South Western Railway and first_great_western offer trains services from London Paddington to Exeter Central. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Paddington to Exeter Central.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway and first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington to Exeter Central.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington to Exeter Central.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of South Western Railway and first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from London Paddington to Exeter Central.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington to Exeter Central.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 07:03 |
Last train 20:04 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Exeter Central (EXC) from $14 (€11). 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Central (EXC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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