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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 11 m
Trains on 15 Sept
27
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 27 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
L7938413:203h59London Waterloo (WAT)17:19Exeter Central (EXC)£191One-way0 changes- L7940615:203h48London Waterloo (WAT)19:08Exeter Central (EXC)£241One-way0 changes
- L7946420:203h42London Waterloo (WAT)0:02Exeter Central (EXC)£311One-way0 changes
- L7936311:203h42London Waterloo (WAT)15:02Exeter Central (EXC)£341One-way0 changes
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
W34774 · Y4184723:046h19London Waterloo (WAT)5:23Exeter Central (EXC)£421One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+W34842 · Y8029818:282h55London Waterloo (WAT)21:23Exeter Central (EXC)£511One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+G14985 · C0366817:003h14London Waterloo (WAT)20:14Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+W34819 · Y8028214:273h15London Waterloo (WAT)17:42Exeter Central (EXC)£511One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+G14979 · Y8025710:003h16London Waterloo (WAT)13:16Exeter Central (EXC)£481One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+G14982 · C0160811:293h17London Waterloo (WAT)14:46Exeter Central (EXC)£511One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 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 £16, while a flight costs an average of £206.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC):
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £25.
A coach is £189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £206.
Other travel options to Exeter Central (EXC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 36m.
Flight takes on average 8h 35m.
The journey is about 44m faster (3h 1m by train vs 3h 45m by car) and roughly £53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £78). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14982 · C01608+L80655 | Delayed 11:31 10:48London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h58 | 14:46 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34809 · C01610+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 12:03 12:27London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h18 | 15:45 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34814 · C01612+L80691 | Delayed 13:29 12:48London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h57 | 16:45 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| L79384 | On time 13:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h59 | 17:19 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34814 · C01612+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 13:03 13:27London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h18 | 16:45 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34817 · Y80279+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 13:36 14:00London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h18 | 17:18 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34819 · Y80282+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 14:03 14:27London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h15 | 17:42 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| L79406 | On time 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h48 | 19:08 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34823 · G15234+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 15:03 15:27London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h23 | 18:50 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34827 · Y80290+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 15:36 16:00London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h17 | 19:17 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34830 · Y80292+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | Delayed 16:03 16:27London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h24 | 19:51 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| L79428 | On time 17:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h39 | 21:02 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| G14979 · Y80257+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 10:00 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h16 | 13:16 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| W34797 · C01587+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 10:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h19 | 13:46 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| G14982 · C01608+L80655 | 10:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h58 | 14:46 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| L79363 | 11:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h42 | 15:02 Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14982 · C01608+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 11:29 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h17 | 14:46 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| G14984 · Y80269+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 11:59 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h19 | 15:18 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 18:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £11. 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) and Exeter Central (EXC)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the London Paddington to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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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Most popular train connections to Exeter Central (EXC)
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