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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Exeter Central (EXC) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 16 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 241 km
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3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h03 | 21:43 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 06:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h16 | 11:38 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h07 | 10:39 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h16 | 12:16 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 15:43. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 15:43 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, first_great_western, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail, first_great_western, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Exeter Central (EXC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter Central (EXC)
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- 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
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