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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£167
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£175
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 17 m
Trains on 18 Sept
47
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 £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £167.
To travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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1:074h48Exeter Central (EXC)5:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way1 change- 5:524h03Exeter Central (EXC)9:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way1 change
- 6:524h03Exeter Central (EXC)10:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way1 change
- 7:524h03Exeter Central (EXC)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way1 change
- 9:163h39Exeter Central (EXC)12:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way1 change
- 19:183h15Exeter Central (EXC)22:33Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1841One-way2 changes
- 9:163h17Exeter Central (EXC)12:33Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1841One-way2 changes
- 10:153h18Exeter Central (EXC)13:33Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1841One-way2 changes
- 11:153h18Exeter Central (EXC)14:33Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1841One-way2 changes
- 12:153h18Exeter Central (EXC)15:33Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1841One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £376.
Distance: 241 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £376 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average £74.
A coach is £323 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average £376.
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Coach takes on average 5h 17m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (3h 22m by train vs 3h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £74 compared to roughly £47 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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 today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C47985 · W34553 · G15092 | On time 6:42 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h43 | 10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
C47985 · W34553+ G26392+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 6:42 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h37 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| C47986 · W34555 · G15094 | On time 7:24 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h01 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
C47986 · W34555+ W45430+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 7:24 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h50 | 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
 L79369+G26406 | On time 7:43 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h36 | 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
Y41493+ G01064+W35432+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 8:04 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h40 | 12:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 changes | |
| L79369+G26406 | On time 8:28 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h51 | 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C47993 · G14921 · G15097 | On time 8:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h02 | 12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C47993 · G14921+G26409+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 8:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h56 | 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| L79380+G26413 | On time 9:30 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h49 | 13:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C03645 · W34559 · G15098 | On time 9:34 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h51 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C03645 · W34559+G26307+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 9:34 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h51 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| C47998 · W34562 · G15099 | On time 9:52 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h03 | 13:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C47998 · W34562+G26416+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 9:52 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h57 | 13:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| L79392+G26420 | On time 10:30 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h49 | 14:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C48003 · W34566 · G15101 | On time 10:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h02 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C48003 · W34566+G26423+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 10:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h56 | 14:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| L79403+G26427 | On time 11:30 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h49 | 15:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C03647 · G14922+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45556 | On time 11:32 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h02 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| C48007 · W34572 · G15103 | On time 11:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h02 | 15:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C48007 · W34572+G26430+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 11:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h56 | 15:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 1:07 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h48 | 5:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 06:44. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 6:44 |
Last train 6:44 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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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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