How much is the train ticket from London to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Exeter start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Exeter?

The average train trip from London to Exeter takes 3h 18m and covers 245 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Exeter route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway , Great Western Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Exeter?

The earliest train from London to Exeter departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.

What is the best train operator from London to Exeter?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Exeter?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train London to Exeter from $31

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Exeter on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Waterloo	4h 2m	11:38am	Exeter Central	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	London Paddington	2h 8m	12:09pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:44am	Clapham Junction	3h 54m	11:38am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	8:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	10:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:44am	Clapham Junction	3h 54m	11:38am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:20am	Waterloo	3h 4m	1:24pm	Whimple	Cheapest
Train	10:03am	London Paddington	2h	12:03pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	9:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:20am	Waterloo	3h 4m	1:24pm	Whimple	Cheapest
Train	10:03am	London Paddington	2h	12:03pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	9:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:20am	Waterloo	3h 4m	1:24pm	Whimple	Cheapest
Train	10:03am	London Paddington	2h	12:03pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	9:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20am	Waterloo	3h 18m	12:38pm	Exeter Central	Cheapest
Train	10:03am	London Paddington	2h	12:03pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	9:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Waterloo	3h 30m	10:40am	Exeter Central	Cheapest
Train	10:03am	London Paddington	2h	12:03pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	2h 25m	9:27am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 23m	10:40am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20am	Waterloo	3h 18m	12:38pm	Exeter Central	Cheapest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	2h 7m	10:10am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 21m	10:38am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	2h 7m	10:10am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:17am	Clapham Junction	3h 21m	10:38am	Exeter Central	No tags

Next departures for London to Exeter on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Wandsworth Town	3h 45m	11:38am	Exeter Central	Cheapest
Train	4:03pm	London Paddington	2h 6m	6:09pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	8:25am	Clapham Junction	3h 13m	11:38am	Exeter Central	No tags
Train	7:59am	London Paddington	2h 27m	10:26am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:25am	Clapham Junction	3h 13m	11:38am	Exeter Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:59 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

254 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $126	Average Duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $475	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $57	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Exeter?

London

A
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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B
Barnes
Station House, 1 Station Rd, London SW13 0HT, UK
C
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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D
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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E
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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F
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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Exeter

A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK
B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK

Train companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $33

South Western Railway London Exeter recent customer reviews

It was a bus journey

Ian B.

August 7, 2023

Good service

Tibin A.

March 8, 2023

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Exeter by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Exeter start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Exeter?
The average train trip from London to Exeter takes 3h 18m and covers 245 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Exeter route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Exeter?
The earliest train from London to Exeter departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.
What is the best train operator from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$104

11-29

$67

Today

$86

12-01

$61

12-02

$68

12-03

$77

12-04

$76

12-05

$77

The cheapest trip from London to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $61

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Exeter, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $61 to $315 for a train ticket from London to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.