Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£42

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£69

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

2 h 49 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

2 h 49 m

Trains on 05 Sept

45

Distance

254 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 45 trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 11 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.

  • South Western RailwayL79393
    9:593h50
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    13:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79494
    19:524h07
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    23:59London Waterloo (WAT)
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79460
    15:583h51
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    19:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79477
    17:584h06
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    22:04London Waterloo (WAT)
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL79436
    13:593h50
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    17:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £521One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £261.

Distance: 254 km

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Coach
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Driving

£42

Average Price

£16

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Cheapest

£261

Average Price

£60

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 23m

Average total duration

4h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 13m

Average total duration

8h 13m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is a coach with an average price of £16.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT):

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £42.

A coach is £245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £261.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 53m.

Flight takes on average 8h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 43m faster (3h 14m by train vs 3h 57m by car) and roughly £18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£42 vs £60). 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 South Western Railway.

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 Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG14922+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
Delayed
10:44 11:43Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h10
14:53 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79414
On time
11:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h52
15:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34572+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
12:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h50
15:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01074+Great Western RailwayW35434+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
12:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h21
15:48 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34577+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
13:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h51
16:06 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01080+Great Western RailwayW35188+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
13:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h18
16:45 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14923+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
13:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h10
16:52 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79435
On time
13:58 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h51
17:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14925+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
14:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h50
17:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34582+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
14:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h00
17:43 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34583+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
15:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h50
18:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14926+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
15:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h01
18:43 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79459
On time
15:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h52
19:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34589+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
16:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h45
19:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG00723+Great Western RailwayW35198+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
16:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h30
19:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34593+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
17:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h50
20:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG00730+Great Western RailwayG15050+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
17:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h28
20:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14930+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
17:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h12
21:04 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79476
On time
18:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h57
22:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00735+Great Western RailwayW35202+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
18:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h24
21:51 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34598+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
19:18 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h47
22:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG00928+Great Western RailwayW35437+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
19:28 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h22
22:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34601+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
19:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h14
23:10 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
South Western RailwayL79493
On time
19:58 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h57
23:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
South Western RailwayL79337 · L803495:10 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h38
8:48 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL793375:10 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h39
8:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL793485:32 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
4h17
9:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79348 · L803575:32 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
4h15
9:47 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42697 · W34465+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo5:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
4h09
9:51 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
CrossCountryG01059+Great Western RailwayW35168+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo6:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h28
9:55 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34554+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo7:00 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h05
10:05 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34556+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo7:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h06
10:57 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL793707:55 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h54
11:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35095+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo7:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h14
11:11 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
CrossCountryG01065+Great Western RailwayC42289+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo8:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h28
11:55 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
CrossCountryG01065+Great Western RailwayC42289+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo8:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h29
11:56 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34558+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo9:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h49
12:05 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34560+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo9:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h11
12:57 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL793939:58 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h51
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL793939:59 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h50
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34563+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo10:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h55
13:11 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
CrossCountryG01070+Great Western RailwayW35181+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo10:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h30
13:57 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
South Western RailwayL7940411:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h24
14:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 2h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
254 km
Average train duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 38m
First train
5:40
Last train
19:25
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£14
South Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£50
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 254 km and takes approximately 2h 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 254 km.
The first train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 19:25.
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, there is a direct train between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Waterloo (WAT). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Devon and Somerset, featuring rolling hills, farmlands, and charming villages.
A day trip from Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo is not feasible since the journey duration is 2h 38m. However, trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Exeter St Davids to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Exeter
Arrival train stations in London
Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre

Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min
4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

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.

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