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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 21 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
294 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Exeter will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Exeter every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 30 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.
09:454h58
London Stansted Airport14:43Exeter
£401One-way
0 changes
08:454h57
London Stansted Airport13:42Exeter
£411One-way
0 changes
09:305h30
London Stansted Airport15:00Exeter
£601One-way
0 changes
07:454h57
London Stansted Airport12:42Exeter
£631One-way
0 changes
07:454h57
London Stansted Airport12:42Exeter
£631One-way
0 changes
08:454h57
London Stansted Airport13:42Exeter
£411One-way
0 changes
09:454h58
London Stansted Airport14:43Exeter
£401One-way
0 changes
09:305h30
London Stansted Airport15:00Exeter
£601One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Exeter trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 London Stansted Airport | 6h13 | 14:43 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:45 London Stansted Airport | 4h57 | 13:42 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:45 London Stansted Airport | 4h58 | 14:43 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Exeter run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 58m.
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
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 12:00 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Exeter from £24. 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
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£45
Great Western Rail frequency
18 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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest Price
£30
South Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Stansted Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£189
Stansted Express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Exeter offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with parts of the route showcasing the scenic English countryside, including rolling hills and quaint villages.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Exeter is by train, costing approximately £24.
The cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Exeter is 294 km.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Exeter departs at 12:00.
Booking trains from London Stansted Airport to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Exeter.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Exeter covers a distance of 294 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 22 per day.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Exeter leaves at 7:30.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Exeter run approximately 22 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from London Stansted Airport to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to Exeter.
To get from London Stansted Airport to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Exeter is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 58m. However, there are 22 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 294 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Exeter
London
Exeter
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Digby & Sowton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to both platforms. Interchange via level crossing outside station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Pinhoe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pinn Lane, outside station entrance
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Public transport options for Polsloe Bridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from Widgery Road bus stops on Pinhoe Road. Taxis depart from the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Newcourt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops by the Community Centre
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