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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 7 m
Trains on 17 Sept
43
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 43 trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD), including 25 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
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.
L79435+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington13:584h27Exeter St Davids (EXD)18:25London Paddington (PAD)£361One-way1 change- L79459+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington15:574h33Exeter St Davids (EXD)20:30London Paddington (PAD)£361One-way1 change
- L79414+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington11:574h28Exeter St Davids (EXD)16:25London Paddington (PAD)£501One-way1 change
- L79392+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington10:004h25Exeter St Davids (EXD)14:25London Paddington (PAD)£601One-way1 change
W3458214:432h24Exeter St Davids (EXD)17:07London Paddington (PAD)£631One-way0 changes
- W345557:522h02Exeter St Davids (EXD)9:54London Paddington (PAD)£1391One-way0 changes
- W3459819:182h06Exeter St Davids (EXD)21:24London Paddington (PAD)£721One-way0 changes
- W345536:522h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:59London Paddington (PAD)£1661One-way0 changes
- W3458916:152h09Exeter St Davids (EXD)18:24London Paddington (PAD)£681One-way0 changes
- W3459317:152h09Exeter St Davids (EXD)19:24London Paddington (PAD)£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £253.
Distance: 251 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £253 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD):
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £45.
A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £403.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 57m.
Coach takes on average 5h 2m.
The journey is about 54m faster (2h 53m by train vs 3h 47m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£45 vs £59). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14917 | Delayed 0:07 1:07Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h57 | 4:04 4:04London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79347+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 5:36 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h50 | 10:26 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34552 | On time 5:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h43 | 8:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15035 | On time 6:39 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h42 | 9:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34553 | On time 6:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h07 | 8:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15036 | 7:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h45 | 10:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34555 | On time 7:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h02 | 9:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35432+ G01064 | Delayed 8:56 8:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h53 | 11:20 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14921 | On time 9:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h12 | 11:28 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34559 | 9:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h23 | 12:06 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79392+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 10:00 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h25 | 14:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34562 | On time 10:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h14 | 12:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15045+G01069 | Delayed 10:55 10:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h43 | 13:10 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34566 | On time 11:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h14 | 13:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15046+G01073 | Delayed 11:55 11:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h45 | 14:12 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14922 | On time 11:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h34 | 14:17 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79414+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h28 | 16:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34572 | On time 12:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h14 | 14:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35434+G01075 | Delayed 12:55 12:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h45 | 15:12 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34577 | On time 13:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h15 | 15:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35188+G01080 | Delayed 13:52 13:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h42 | 16:09 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14923 | On time 13:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h34 | 16:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79435+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 13:58 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h27 | 18:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14924 | On time 14:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h14 | 16:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34582 | On time 14:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h24 | 17:07 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34583 | On time 15:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h14 | 17:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14926 | On time 15:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h25 | 18:07 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79459+C03090 · W34519 | On time 15:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h10 | 20:07 London Paddington (PAD) | 2 changes | |
| L79459+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 15:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h33 | 20:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34589 | On time 16:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h09 | 18:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35198+G00723 | Delayed 16:55 16:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h49 | 19:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34593 | On time 17:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h09 | 19:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15050+G00730 | Delayed 17:53 17:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h47 | 20:14 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14929 | On time 17:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h31 | 20:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79476+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 18:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h38 | 22:46 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W35202+G00735 | Delayed 18:55 18:27Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h43 | 21:10 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W34598 | On time 19:18 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h06 | 21:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35437+G00928 | Delayed 19:55 19:28Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h41 | 22:09 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G14913 | On time 19:35 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h01 | 22:36 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34601 | On time 19:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h38 | 22:34 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14914 | On time 20:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h02 | 23:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15381 · G14917 | On time 22:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 6h21 | 5:04 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| G14917 | 1:07 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h57 | 5:04 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79336+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 5:10 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h09 | 9:19 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 19:25 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Paddington (PAD) from £8. 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 St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Paddington (PAD)
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
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.
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