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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£105
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£105
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 8 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
To travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) you need to make at least one change.
L79315+
C825035:545h08London Victoria (VIC)11:02Exeter Central (EXC)£1051One-way1 change
- L79315+C825035:545h08London Victoria (VIC)11:02Exeter Central (EXC)£1051One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach for London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £343.
Distance: 252 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £343 Average Price | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC):
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £78.
A coach is £313 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £343.
Other travel options to Exeter Central (EXC) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
Coach takes on average 4h 42m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (3h 1m by train vs 3h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £46 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 Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L79315+C82503 | 5:54 London Victoria (VIC) | 5h08 | 11:02 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 08:08. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 8:08 |
Last train 8:08 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) and Exeter Central (EXC)
Most London Victoria (VIC) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Exeter Central (EXC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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