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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£78
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
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 £55.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) you need to make at least one change.
L79384+
C8238712:434h36Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:19Exeter Central (EXC)£551One-way1 change
W34817 · Y80279+
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C3826413:164h02Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:18Exeter Central (EXC)£661One-way3 changes- W34813 · C01612+C38228+W4547412:463h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:45Exeter Central (EXC)£701One-way3 changes
- G15134 · W34813 · C0161212:294h16Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:45Exeter Central (EXC)£871One-way2 changes
- G15135 · W34817 · Y8027912:594h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:18Exeter Central (EXC)£871One-way2 changes
- W34813 · C01612+C38228+W4547412:463h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:45Exeter Central (EXC)£701One-way3 changes
- W34817 · Y80279+W45432+C3826413:164h02Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:18Exeter Central (EXC)£661One-way3 changes
- G15134 · W34813 · C0161212:294h16Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:45Exeter Central (EXC)£871One-way2 changes
- G15135 · W34817 · Y8027912:594h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:18Exeter Central (EXC)£871One-way2 changes
- L79384+C8238712:434h36Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:19Exeter Central (EXC)£551One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a flight costs an average of £422.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price | £422 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC):
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £80.
A coach is £366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £422.
Other travel options to Exeter Central (EXC) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Coach takes on average 5h 16m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 22m by train vs 3h 35m by car). Tickets start at around £80 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h03 | 12:16 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h25 | 13:38 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 9 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 07:43. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 7:43 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £31. 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)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter Central (EXC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, 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 Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
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