The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
243 km
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 £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Watford Junction (WFJ) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.
6:524h51Watford Junction (WFJ)11:43Exeter St Davids (EXD)£641One-way0 changes
6:524h51Watford Junction (WFJ)11:43Exeter St Davids (EXD)£641One-way0 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 £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 243 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£62 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:52 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 4h51 | 11:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 18:12 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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.
- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
