The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Exeter Central (EXC) for London Heathrow Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 230 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £26 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:28 Exeter Central (EXC) | 4h23 | 11:51 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 09:53. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 07:28 |
Last train 09:53 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Heathrow Airport from £16. 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 London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter Central (EXC) and London Heathrow Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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