Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

3 h 19 m

Average duration

3 h 22 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

243 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

To travel from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) you need to make at least 2 changes.

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09:523h19
Watford Junction (WFJ)
13:11Exeter St Davids (EXD)
£681One-way
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW05654+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington+Great Western RailL23080
09:333h25
Watford Junction (WFJ)
12:58Exeter St Davids (EXD)
£681One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 243 km

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£46

Average Price

£37

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trains11:00 Watford Junction (WFJ)
4h43
15:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Saturday 21 March
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On time
09:33 Watford Junction (WFJ)
3h25
12:58 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 changes
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On time
09:52 Watford Junction (WFJ)
3h19
13:11 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 11:00. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 35m.

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
243 km
Average train duration
3h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 35m
First train
06:52
Last train
11:00
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 from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £28. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£63
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

FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The train journey from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) covers a distance of 243 km and takes approximately 3h 35m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is 243 km.
The first train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) leaves at 6:52.
The last train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) departs at 11:00.
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
To get from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is by train, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Watford Junction to Exeter St Davids offers a scenic experience as it travels through picturesque countryside, including views of the Chiltern Hills, the Cotswolds, and rolling landscapes of Somerset and Devon.
A day trip from Watford Junction to Exeter St Davids is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 35m. However, there are 25 trains per day covering the 243 km distance.
Yes, you can take the train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).

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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)

Watford
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Watford is Watford Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Watford Junction for your trip from Watford to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Watford Junction
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.

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