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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £61
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £98
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 37 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 48 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.
L79347+
G263925:41 4h38 Exeter Central (EXC) 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £61 1 One-way 1 change- L79369+G26406
7:43 4h36 Exeter Central (EXC) 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £67 1 One-way 1 change 
Y41762 · W34546 · G150870:02 5h53 Exeter Central (EXC) 5:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £88 1 One-way 2 changes- C47986 · W34555 · G15094
7:24 4h01 Exeter Central (EXC) 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £99 1 One-way 2 changes - L79353+G26395
6:44 4h05 Exeter Central (EXC) 10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £100 1 One-way 1 change
- C47985 · W34553+G26392+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria6:42 3h37 Exeter Central (EXC) 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £137 1 One-way 3 changes - C47985 · W34553 · G15092
6:42 3h43 Exeter Central (EXC) 10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £122 1 One-way 2 changes - L79358+G26399
7:29 3h50 Exeter Central (EXC) 11:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £100 1 One-way 1 change - C47986 · W34555+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
W454307:24 3h50 Exeter Central (EXC) 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £108 1 One-way 3 changes - C47986 · W34555 · G15094
7:24 4h01 Exeter Central (EXC) 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £99 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 08:34. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 6:29 |
Last train 8:34 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about your Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trip
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Live departures
Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y41762 · W34546 · G15087 | 0:02 Exeter Central (EXC) | 5h53 | 5:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| L79336 · L78757+C82800 | 5:14 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h41 | 9:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| L79347+G26392 | 5:41 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h38 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C47985 · W34553 · G15092 | 6:42 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h43 | 10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C47985 · W34553+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26392 | 6:42 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h37 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| L79353+G26395 | 6:44 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h05 | 10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C47986 · W34555 · G15094 | 7:24 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h01 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C47986 · W34555+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45430 | 7:24 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h50 | 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| L79358+G26399 | 7:29 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h50 | 11:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79369+G26406 | 7:43 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h36 | 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter Central (EXC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter Central (EXC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
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