Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Showing times and prices for 18 Dec

Cheapest price

£92

Average price

£99

Fastest journey

2 h 53 m

Average duration

3 h 4 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Exeter Central (EXC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.

Great Western Rail
08:252h53
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
11:18Exeter Central (EXC)
£921One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:513h15
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
11:06Exeter Central (EXC)
£1061One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £47.

Distance: 230 km

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Coach

£93

Average Price

£17

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Cheapest

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 40m

Average total duration

4h 10m

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30m

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Live departures

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
3h15
11:06 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect
great_western08:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h53
11:18 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 2h 53m.

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 £12
Distance
230 km
Average train duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£47
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 53m
First train
05:25
Last train
19:25
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 £12

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £12. 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 53m
Cheapest Price
£77
Great Western Rail frequency
9 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
Learn more about Great Western Rail

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£142
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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.

FAQs
To get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Exeter Central is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 53m and there are 8 trains per day over a distance of 230 km.
Booking trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Exeter Central offers a blend of urban and rural scenery. After departing London, the route passes through picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, with views of rolling hills and charming villages, particularly as you approach the West Country.
The train distance from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) is 230 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC).
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC).
The train journey from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) covers a distance of 230 km and takes approximately 2h 53m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) departs at 19:25.
Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC) run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC).
There is no night train service from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Exeter Central (EXC).

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Important Stations and Airports in Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Exeter Central (EXC)

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Exeter
The major train station for departures in London is Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 for your trip from London to Exeter.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)

Most popular trains to and from Exeter Central (EXC) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
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London Waterloo East (WAE) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Paignton station (PGN) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Salisbury station (SAL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Yeovil Junction (YVJ) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Gillingham (Dorset) (GIL) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Grove Park (GRP) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Southampton Central (SOU) to Exeter Central (EXC) train

Most popular train connections to Exeter Central (EXC)

London Paddington (PAD) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
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