Exeter to London Heathrow Airport train with Great Western Rail

Sat 29 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£87

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

3 h 3 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter 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 to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

To travel from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least one change.

Great Western RailC27604+Tfl RailP07082 · F00313
15:163h06
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
18:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£781One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailC27604+Tfl RailP07082 · F00313
15:163h13
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
18:29Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
£781One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailC27902+Tfl RailP07418 · F00315
14:063h16
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
17:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£781One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailC27902+Tfl RailP07418 · F00315
14:063h23
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
17:29Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
£781One-way
2 changes
CrossCountryC23679+Great Western RailC27608+Tfl RailP07038 · F00361
14:273h25
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
17:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£791One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Exeter to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 230 km

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£78

Average Price

£26

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3h 14m

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2h 44m

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4h 35m

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Live departures

Exeter to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+tfl_railP07108 · P06542
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h30
11:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
3 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+tfl_railP06555
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h45
12:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+heathrow_expressY17333
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h28
11:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+tfl_railP07108 · P06542
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h24
11:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
3 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+heathrow_expressY17333
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h34
12:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+tfl_railP07108 · P06935
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h38
12:05 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3 changes
cross_countryC23659+great_westernG04963+tfl_railP07108 · P06542
On time
08:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h34
12:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4 changes
great_westernG04741+heathrow_expressC22889
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h54
12:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 change
great_westernG04741+tfl_railP07153 · P06565
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h11
12:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2 changes
great_westernG04741+tfl_railP07153 · P06565+heathrow_expressC22866
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h15
12:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3 changes
great_westernG04741 · G05970+tfl_railP07125 · P06555
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h00
12:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4 changes
great_westernG04741+tfl_railP06565
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h11
12:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1 change
great_westernG04741+tfl_railP07153 · P06565
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h05
12:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 changes
great_westernG04741 · G05970+tfl_railP07125 · P06555
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h56
12:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
3 changes
great_westernG04741+heathrow_expressC22889
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h00
12:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 change
great_westernG04741 · G05970+tfl_railP07125 · P06555
On time
09:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h50
12:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
3 changes
great_westernG04742+heathrow_expressY17488
On time
09:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2h54
12:40 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 change
great_westernG04742+tfl_railP07198 · P06584
On time
09:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
3h11
12:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 18:27. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 2h 44m.

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 £15
Distance
230 km
Average train duration
2h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
23
Fastest train
2h 44m
First train
05:27
Last train
18:27
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 £15

Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Exeter and London Heathrow Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£47
Great Western Rail frequency
19 a day
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 24m
Cheapest Price
£74
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Exeter to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.

FAQs
Booking trains from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 44m. However, trains between Exeter and the airport run 23 times per day, covering a distance of 230 km.
The train journey from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and farmland, particularly as the train travels through areas such as Somerset and Berkshire. However, the scenery becomes more urban as the train approaches London.
The train journey from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 230 km and takes approximately 2h 44m. Trains run 23 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train distance from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport is 230 km.
The last train from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport departs at 18:27.
There is no night train service from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport.
The first train from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 5:27.
Trains from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 23 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Exeter to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Heathrow Airport

Exeter
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Digby & Sowton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
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
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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
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
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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Pinhoe
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pinn Lane, outside station entrance
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Public transport options for Polsloe Bridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from Widgery Road bus stops on Pinhoe Road. Taxis depart from the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St James' Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Newcourt
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops by the Community Centre

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