Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train with South Western Railway

Fri, 24 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

South Western Railway
08:054h20
Exeter
12:25London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£401One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
18:304h08
Exeter
22:38London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£631One-way
0 changes
Great Western Railway
09:064h43
Exeter
13:49London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£671One-way
0 changes

Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway08:05 Exeter4h20 12:25 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 changesDirect
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway18:30 Exeter4h08 22:38 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 changesDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway09:06 Exeter4h43 13:49 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 changesDirect

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Train times from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Fastest Journey

4 h 8 m

Average

4 h 24 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

240 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Exeter for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

South Western Railway
18:304h08
Exeter
22:38London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£631One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
08:054h20
Exeter
12:25London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£401One-way
0 changes
Great Western Railway
09:064h43
Exeter
13:49London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£671One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Trains from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by bus.
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 £11
Distance
239 km
Average train duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
22
Train providers
2
Fastest train
3h 47m
First train
05:44
Last train
17:39
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 £11

Train providers: South Western Railway and Great Western Rail trains Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Find the best trains from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Omio's travel partners South Western Railway and Great Western Rail from £20. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

Train information from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with South Western Railway:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: £20
  • South Western Railway frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 3 h 47 min   to travel the 148 mile long journey, with around there are 21 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 05: 44. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 17: 39.
There are 21 trains a day from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with South Western Railway, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with South Western Railway, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Exeter and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Exeter is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Exeter including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Exeter
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Boston Tea Party
  • Exwick Fish & Chips
  • Taste of China
  • House Wong
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • St Olaves Hotel
  • The Queens Court Hotel
  • Park View Hotel
  • Oakcliffe Hotel
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Boston Tea Party
  • Domino's
  • Caffè Nero
  • Bella Italia
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • St Olaves Hotel
  • The Queens Court Hotel
  • Park View Hotel
  • Raffles B&B
Public transport options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
PinhoeWifiParkingDiningAccessibility
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Dining
Dining
  • The Proper Job
  • Oriental City
  • Sainsbury's Cafe
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to both platforms. Interchange via level crossing outside station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Pinhoe
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pinn Lane, outside station entrance

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