The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Exeter to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
C42162+
C38106+
P6645711:454h09Exeter St Davids (EXD)15:54Stansted Airport (SSD)£571One-way2 changes
C42477 · C42162+
C38106+
P6645711:314h23Exeter St Thomas (EXT)15:54Stansted Airport (SSD)£571One-way3 changes
C48014 · W34575+
C37391+
P6649112:504h33St James' Park (SJP)17:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way3 changes
W34567+
C37661+
P6644511:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)15:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34573+
C37748+
P6646912:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)16:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34567+
C37661+
P6644511:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)15:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34573+
C37748+
P6646912:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)16:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34558+
C37470+
P663979:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34563+
C37564+
P6642110:164h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)14:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
W34560+
P66409+
C379519:464h08Exeter St Davids (EXD)13:54Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£64 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C42473 · W34558+ P66397+ C37470 | 9:06 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h17 | 13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W34558+ P66397+ C37470 | 9:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h07 | 13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34560+ P66409+ C37951 | 9:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h08 | 13:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C42475 · W34563+ P66421+ C37564 | 10:06 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h17 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W34563+ P66421+ C37564 | 10:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h07 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
Y80242 · W34567+ P66445+ C37661 | 10:43 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h40 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W34567+ P66445+ C37661 | 11:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h07 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C42477 · C42162+ C38106+ P66457 | 11:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h23 | 15:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C48005 · Y80252 · W34573+ P66469 | 11:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h50 | 16:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 changes | |
C42162+ P66457+ C38106 | 11:45 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h09 | 15:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34573+ P66469+ C37748 | 12:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h07 | 16:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
Y80255 · W34575+ P66491+ C37391 | 12:43 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h40 | 17:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C48014 · W34575+ P66491+ C37391 | 12:50 St James' Park (SJP) | 4h33 | 17:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to London Stansted Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Exeter to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Exeter to London Stansted Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 19:56 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and London Stansted Airport from £24. 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 to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Stansted Airport
- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 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
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
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