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Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington13:424h40Gatwick Airport (GTW)18:22St James' Park (SJP)£701One-way3 changes- C82975+W34799 · Y80236+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington9:124h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:21St James' Park (SJP)£701One-way3 changes
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C370329:484h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:21St James' Park (SJP)£701One-way3 changes- W45742+C01221 · C48017+C370329:484h42Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:30Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£701One-way3 changes
- X78080+C01221 · C48017+C373719:574h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:30Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£701One-way3 changes
G26412+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34816 · Y8025612:293h53Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:22St James' Park (SJP)£1421One-way3 changes- C33162 · W34799 · Y802369:263h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:21St James' Park (SJP)£871One-way2 changes
- C33168 · W34816 · Y8025612:263h56Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:22St James' Park (SJP)£871One-way2 changes
- C82327+C00167 · Y41869+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington8:253h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:22St James' Park (SJP)£1421One-way3 changes
- G26412+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34816 · C4802712:294h02Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:31Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£1421One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Exeter
The cheapest option from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 240 km
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4h 5m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Exeter trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C42376+L79562 · L80060 · L79340 | On time 7:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h26 | 13:25 St James' Park (SJP) | 4 changes | |
| C42376+L79562 · L80060 · L79340 | On time 7:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h39 | 13:38 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4 changes | |
| C42377+L79582 · L79345 · L79350 | On time 8:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h54 | 14:23 St James' Park (SJP) | 4 changes | |
| C42377 · C42213 · C48011 | On time 8:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h03 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| C42377 · C42213 · Y80252 | On time 8:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h55 | 12:24 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| C82793+L80223 · L79340+C48016 | On time 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h06 | 13:38 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| C02623+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+C42213 · Y80252 | On time 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h48 | 12:24 St James' Park (SJP) | 3 changes | |
| C02623+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+C42213 · C48011 | On time 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h56 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| C82350+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+C42213 · C48011 | On time 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| C82350+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+C42213 · Y80252 | On time 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h41 | 12:24 St James' Park (SJP) | 3 changes | |
| C82350+L79340+Y80258 | On time 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h42 | 13:25 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| C82350+L79340+C42215 · C42479 | On time 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h47 | 13:30 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter
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Typically, there are 18 trains per day from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter, including direct trains, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Lowest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 7:16 |
Last train 18:43 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Exeter 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: London Gatwick Airport to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Exeter 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Exeter
Most London Gatwick Airport to Exeter trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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