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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 36 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.
8:433h55London Gatwick Airport12:38Exeter Central (EXC)£441One-way0 changes- 9:024h36London Gatwick Airport13:38Exeter Central (EXC)£541One-way0 changes
- 8:433h55London Gatwick Airport12:38Exeter Central (EXC)£441One-way0 changes
- 9:024h36London Gatwick Airport13:38Exeter Central (EXC)£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £96.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £49 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC):
A ferry is £30 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £49.
A ferry is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £96.
Other travel options to Exeter Central (EXC) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Coach takes on average 5h 12m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 33m by train vs 3h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £96 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
London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:16 London Gatwick Airport | 3h50 | 12:06 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £19 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 08:13. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 7:06 |
Last train 8:13 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Exeter Central (EXC) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Exeter Central (EXC)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport 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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