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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Barnes | Exeter Central | ||||
| Train
| Waterloo | Exeter St David's | ||||
| Train
| Waterloo | Exeter Central | ||||
 | Train
| London Paddington | Exeter St David's | ||||
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| London Paddington | Exeter St David's |
Compare 2 ways to go from London to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Exeter?
London
- A
Barnes
Station House, 1 Station Rd, London SW13 0HT, UK - B
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK - C
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK - D
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK - E
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK - F
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
Exeter
- A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK - B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Exeter by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from London to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Exeter start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Exeter?
The average train ride duration from London to Exeter is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 155 miles (250 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Exeter route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Exeter?
The earliest train departs from London to Exeter at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.
What is the best train operator from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Exeter was searched and found on Oct 10, 2026 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Exeter, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $224 for a train ticket from London to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-10-10.
Usually South Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
