London to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Exeter

Showing times and prices for Jul 29

Cheapest price

€46

Average price

€93

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 6 m

Trains per day

118

Distance

253 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 to Exeter will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.

Fast trains

Of the 118 trains that leave London for Exeter on Wed, Jul 29, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 29 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

On Wed, Jul 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG14972 · G15183
    10:03 PM3h14
    London Paddington (PAD)
    1:17 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    461One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL79383
    1:20 PM3h22
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    4:42 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)
    521One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79383+Great Western RailwayY80277
    1:20 PM3h35
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    4:55 PMSt James' Park (SJP)
    551One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL79383+Great Western RailwayC48033
    1:20 PM3h48
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    5:08 PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
    551One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL79383+Great Western RailwayC48033+SouthernG26198
    1:05 PM4h03
    London Victoria (VIC)
    5:08 PMExeter St Thomas (EXT)
    551One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €170.

Distance: 253 km

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Bus
Flight

€58

Average price

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€380

Average price

3h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 40m

Average total duration

4h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 54m

Average total duration

6h 54m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

London to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Exeter trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG14977 · Y41870
On time
6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h22
9:22 AM St James' Park (SJP)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14977
On time
6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
8:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34780
On time
7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h25
9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34780 · C47995
On time
7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
9:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 transfer
South Western RailwayL793157:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h33
10:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79315+Great Western RailwayC480047:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h22
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79315+Great Western RailwayY802447:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h11
11:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14952 · C48004+CrossCountryG01133
On time
7:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)
4h03
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW35061 · G14953 · C48004+CrossCountryG01133
On time
7:31 AM London Paddington (PAD)
4h01
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34782 · C480008:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW347828:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h05
10:08 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34782 · G152298:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h18
10:21 AM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79329+Great Western RailwayC480108:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h12
12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL793298:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h23
11:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79329+Great Western RailwayY802518:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h01
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149899:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
11:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14989 · C480049:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayY802579:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h00
1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79342+Great Western RailwayC480159:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h11
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL793429:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h22
12:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34788
On time
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h20
11:54 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34788 · Y80251
On time
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34788 · C48010
On time
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h58
12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 transfer
SouthernG26392+South Western RailwayL80234 · L79352+Great Western RailwayC480219:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
4h45
2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
South Western RailwayL80061+Great Western RailwayG14984 · Y802699:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
5h31
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 transfers
SouthernG27405+South Western RailwayL80234 · L79352+Great Western RailwayY802639:50 AM London Victoria (VIC)
4h31
2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW3479110:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h00
12:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34791 · C4801010:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34791 · Y8025110:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h18
12:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79352+Great Western RailwayC4802110:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h11
2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79352+Great Western RailwayY8026310:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h01
2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7935210:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h22
1:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14979 · Y8025710:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
1:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1497910:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
1:07 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34797 · C4801511:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h28
1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34797 · Y8026311:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h18
2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3479711:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayC4802511:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h12
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79363+Great Western RailwayY8026911:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h01
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7936311:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h22
2:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34879 · C48486+South Western RailwayL79372+Great Western RailwayC4802811:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)
4h37
4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayG14958 · Y80269+CrossCountryW29868
On time
11:30 AM London Paddington (PAD)
3h51
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG14983 · C4802112:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h26
2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1498312:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h07
2:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79372+Great Western RailwayC4802812:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h40
4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79372+Great Western RailwayY8027412:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h02
4:22 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7937212:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h23
3:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1498412:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
3:08 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14984 · Y8026912:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
3:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34809 · Y802741:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h19
4:22 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34809 · Y80272 · C480301:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h17
4:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW348091:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
3:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34809 · C480251:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
SouthernG26198+South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayC480331:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h03
5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayY802771:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h35
4:55 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79384+Great Western RailwayC480331:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h48
5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL793841:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h22
4:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14962 · Y80279+CrossCountryG01148
On time
1:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h51
5:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34814 · Y802772:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h52
4:55 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34814 · C480302:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
4:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348142:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
4:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79395+Great Western RailwayY802822:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h29
5:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79395+Great Western RailwayC480372:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h42
6:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL793952:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h24
5:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34817 · Y80279
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h45
5:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34817
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h23
4:59 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34817 · C48033
On time
2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h32
5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 transfer
SouthernC93115+South Western RailwayL79400 · L79406+Great Western RailwayG154712:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h27
7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34819 · Y802823:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
5:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34819 · C480353:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348193:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
5:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34634+CrossCountryG01150+Great Western RailwayG152333:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h12
6:24 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34634+CrossCountryG011503:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h57
6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL794063:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h29
6:49 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayG152343:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h33
6:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79406+Great Western RailwayG154713:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h45
7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34823 · G152344:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h50
6:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34823 · C480394:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
6:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348234:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
6:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC93129+South Western RailwayL79417+Great Western RailwayC480484:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h25
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34637 · G14966 · C48048+CrossCountryG011544:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)
4h17
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
South Western RailwayL794174:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h23
7:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79417+Great Western RailwayC480484:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
4h13
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79417+Great Western RailwayY802924:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h33
7:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34827 · Y802904:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h44
7:20 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348274:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h27
7:03 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC93135+South Western RailwayL79424 · L79428+Great Western RailwayY802964:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h11
8:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34830 · Y802925:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h50
7:53 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34830 · C480445:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h31
7:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348305:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
7:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL794285:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h19
8:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79428+Great Western RailwayY802965:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h26
8:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79428+Great Western RailwayC016205:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h38
9:01 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14985 · Y802945:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h45
8:21 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149855:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h29
8:05 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14985 · C480485:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h57
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
SouthernG26448+South Western RailwayL79974 · L79438+Great Western RailwayC480525:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
4h18
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayV06719 · W34726 · C01620+CrossCountryG01161_G664775:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h13
9:01 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34836 · Y802966:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
8:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34836 · C480486:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h30
8:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348366:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
8:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79438+Great Western RailwayC480526:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h41
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL794386:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h20
9:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79438+Great Western RailwayY803006:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h35
9:58 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149866:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h33
9:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14986 · Y80298 · C480526:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h15
9:51 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34842 · Y803007:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h54
9:58 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34842 · Y80298 · C480527:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
9:51 PM St James' Park (SJP)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34842 · C480527:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h00
10:04 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348427:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
9:14 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79450+Great Western RailwayC480547:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h45
11:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL794507:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h24
10:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79450+Great Western RailwayY803027:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h29
10:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14988 · Y803028:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
10:49 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14988 · C480548:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h02
11:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149888:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h26
10:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34848 · GW0976009:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h50
11:54 PM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW348489:04 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h28
11:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14972 · G1518310:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)
3h14
1:17 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34774 · Y4185211:45 PM London Paddington (PAD)
6h28
6:13 AM St James' Park (SJP)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34774 · C47971
On time
11:45 PM London Paddington (PAD)
5h15
5:00 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3477411:45 PM London Paddington (PAD)
4h28
4:13 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Exeter

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Trains from London to Exeter run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.

There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 2h 32m.

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 €14
Distance
253 km
Average train duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
42
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
56 days
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 €14

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Exeter from €14. 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 32m
Cheapest Price
€69
Great Western Railway frequency
28 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 20m
Cheapest Price
€28
South Western Railway frequency
15 a day
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
€170
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Exeter

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Exeter can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Exeter is €58; 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 to Exeter is 2h 32m to travel the 253 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 to Exeter leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Exeter leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 17 direct trains a day from London to Exeter with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Exeter, you can count on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Exeter from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Exeter is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Exeter including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Exeter

Most London to Exeter trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare London and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Exeter
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · €2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · €4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · €23 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · €4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · €2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · €4 · every ~65 min

London Paddington 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 and drink

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

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · €1 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

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.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Most popular train connections to Exeter

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