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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter
Showing times and prices for Feb 25
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
251 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter without transferring at least once.
Tube from London Victoria to London Waterloo+
P6114908:48AM3h54
London Victoria (VIC)12:42PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
€651One-way
1 transfer
P25627+P61149+
P3336609:08AM4h23
London Victoria (VIC)01:31PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
€661One-way
2 transfers
P25637+P61159+P3162410:08AM4h13
London Victoria (VIC)02:21PMSt James' Park (SJP)
€661One-way
2 transfers
P25637+P61159+P3337410:08AM4h23
London Victoria (VIC)02:31PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
€661One-way
2 transfers
P25627+P61149+P3161809:08AM4h12
London Victoria (VIC)01:20PMSt James' Park (SJP)
€661One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P2266208:31AM2h42
London Victoria (VIC)11:13AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
€1371One-way
1 transfer
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P2266409:02AM2h54
London Victoria (VIC)11:56AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
€1171One-way
1 transfer
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22666 · P3336610:31AM3h00
London Victoria (VIC)01:31PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
€831One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22662 · P3335108:31AM3h01
London Victoria (VIC)11:32AMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
€1371One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P29974 · P3161810:04AM3h16
London Victoria (VIC)01:20PMSt James' Park (SJP)
€841One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 251 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€53 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:11 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P25620+P61138+P33359 | On time 8:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h24 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| P25620+P61138+P31611 | On time 8:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h13 | 12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
| P25620+P61138 | On time 8:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h35 | 11:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22662 · P33351 | On time 8:31 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h01 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22662 | On time 8:31 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h42 | 11:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Waterloo+P61149 | On time 8:48 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h54 | 12:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22664 · P31611 | On time 9:02 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h19 | 12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22664 · P33359 | On time 9:02 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h30 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22664 | On time 9:02 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h54 | 11:56 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| P25627+P61149+P33366 | On time 9:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h23 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| P25627+P61149 | On time 9:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h34 | 12:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| P25627+P61149+P31618 | On time 9:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h12 | 1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22622+ C75192 | On time 9:16 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h29 | 12:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P29974 · P31618 | On time 10:04 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h16 | 1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
| P25637+P61159+P31624 | On time 10:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h13 | 2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
| P25637+P61159+P33374 | On time 10:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h23 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22666 · P31624 | On time 10:31 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h50 | 2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22666 · P33366 | On time 10:31 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h00 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 15:08. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 34m.
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 €12
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 07:45 |
Last train 15:08 |
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 €12
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Exeter from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 47m
Cheapest Price
€78
Great Western Rail frequency
13 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
South Western Railway
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Price
€19
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter is €53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter is 3h 34m to travel the 251 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter leaves at 7:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter leaves at 3:08 PM.
There are 20 trains a day from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter, you can count on Great Western Rail, South Western Railway for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Victoria (VIC) and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Exeter from London Victoria (VIC) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Exeter including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter
London
Exeter
The major train station for departures in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Victoria
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your journey to Exeter from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Exeter Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
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
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