The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD) will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) you need to make at least one change.
P22873 · P29960
P30630 · P22661
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Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+
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P61128
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Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+
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P22873 · P29960Travel Information
Compare coach, train and ferry for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 242 km
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4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m 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 St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P22873 · P29960 | On time 05:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h16 | 09:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
G84435+ G24792+ P29960 | On time 05:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h41 | 09:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
P30630 · P22661 | On time 05:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h09 | 10:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
W60113+ P61128 | On time 06:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h00 | 10:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
G84443+ Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+ P22661 | On time 06:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h22 | 10:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes |
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Why should you book Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 15:43. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 15:43 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £17. 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 St Davids (EXD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- 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
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