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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Exeter
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
294 km
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 £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Exeter you need to make at least 2 changes.
P66423+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+
C93129+
L7941714:435h00Stansted Airport (SSD)19:43Exeter St Davids (EXD)£281One-way3 changes- P66423+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+C93129+L7941714:435h50Stansted Airport (SSD)20:33Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£281One-way4 changes
- C93119+L79406+
G15471+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria13:435h22Stansted Airport (SSD)19:05Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£281One-way4 changes - C93119+L79406+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+P6639913:435h06Stansted Airport (SSD)18:49Exeter St Davids (EXD)£281One-way3 changes
- C93109+L79395+C48037+P6637512:435h19Stansted Airport (SSD)18:02Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£281One-way4 changes
- P66187+
C37183+W347918:253h38Stansted Airport (SSD)12:03Exeter St Davids (EXD)£941One-way2 changes - P66278+C38461+G1498310:283h44Stansted Airport (SSD)14:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£701One-way2 changes
- P66329+C38542+W3480911:283h44Stansted Airport (SSD)15:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£701One-way2 changes
- C38228+W34814+P6636912:283h44Stansted Airport (SSD)16:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£701One-way2 changes
- P02914+C38380+W347979:283h45Stansted Airport (SSD)13:13Exeter St Davids (EXD)£701One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £32. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Exeter trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:43 London Stansted Airport | 5h52 | 14:35 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:02 London Stansted Airport | 5h40 | 14:42 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:11 London Stansted Airport | 3h58 | 13:09 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 London Stansted Airport | 5h57 | 15:40 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:58 London Stansted Airport | 5h44 | 15:42 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:11 London Stansted Airport | 3h58 | 14:09 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 London Stansted Airport | 4h16 | 14:59 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 23 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 6:41 |
Last train 21:57 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from London Stansted Airport to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Exeter from £23. 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 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Exeter
Most London Stansted 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 Stansted 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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