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National Trust house-museum with unusual 16-sided design, interiors, and collections. One of the area's most distinctive historic visitor attractions.
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Exmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Exmouth will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Exmouth on Sun, Aug 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.






Trains from London to Exmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Exmouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 AM London | 4h05 | 11:20 AM Exmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM London | 2h48 | 11:51 AM Exmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 AM London | 3h52 | 1:20 PM Exmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National Trust house-museum with unusual 16-sided design, interiors, and collections. One of the area's most distinctive historic visitor attractions.
Fine art museum in Exeter with changing exhibitions and an important regional collection. Good for visitors wanting a broader Devon culture day.
Small local museum covering Exmouth's seaside, maritime, and social history. A useful introduction to the town's past and community identity.
Long sandy beach and promenade ideal for seaside walks, swimming, and views across Lyme Bay. It is Exmouth's essential outdoor attraction.
Scenic walking route along red sandstone cliffs east of town. The path delivers some of the best coastal views in the Exmouth area.
Clifftop gardens with formal planting, dramatic sea views, and access to the South West Coast Path. A classic Exmouth viewpoint and walking spot.
Freshly landed crab from the Exe estuary and nearby coast, prized for sweet meat and served simply in sandwiches, salads, or dressed platters.
A classic Devon cream tea of scones, jam, and clotted cream. In Devon, the cream traditionally goes on before the jam.
Small mussels from the River Exe estuary, known for their salty-sweet flavour and long local shellfish tradition.
Long-running local favourite for hearty breakfasts, lunches, cakes, and cream teas in a casual café setting.
Popular seafront restaurant and fish bar known for fresh seafood, classic fish and chips, and relaxed coastal dining.
Well-regarded restaurant on Exmouth Marina serving modern British dishes with estuary views and a polished but welcoming feel.
Moderate for a UK seaside town; stays rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes only if desired.
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Exmouth Railway Station -> Exmouth Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Exmouth 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 Exmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Exmouth trains use the London Paddington to Exmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Exmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Exmouth is 1 km from Exmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Exmouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exmouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Exmouth.
Ticket office support is available at Exmouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exmouth: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Exmouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exmouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Only one platform in use. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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