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EXT — LON
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult
Mon 5/5

Best deals for train tickets from Exeter to London

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South Western Railway
With transfers
3h 29m
South Western Railway
South Western Railway
With transfers
3h 33m
South Western Railway
South Western Railway
With transfers
3h 29m
South Western Railway
South Western Railway
With transfers
3h 33m
South Western Railway
AccesRail
With transfers
3h 25m
AccesRail
AccesRail
With transfers
3h 45m
AccesRail

Exeter to London train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Exeter to London

RETURN FROM

£105

ONE-WAY FROM

£31

AVG TRAVEL TIME

2h 12m

TRAIN COMPANIES

AccesRail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway
The best return train deal from Exeter to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £105
The best one-way train deal from Exeter to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £31
Average time it takes to travel by train from Exeter to London
There are 3 train companies servicing this route: AccesRail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway

Exeter Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Exeter
Exeter CranbrookExeter, 50.750095, -3.420387
Exeter Sidwell StopExeter, 50.72711, -3.52413
Exeter Crediton CopplestoneExeter, 50.814446, -3.751579
Exeter NewcourtExeter, 50.702594, -3.472539
Exeter CreditonExeter, 50.78289, -3.645673
Exeter Digby & SowtonExeter, 50.713953, -3.473591

London Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in London
London Waterloo EastLondon, 51.504128, -0.108938
London Imperial WharfLondon, 51.47505, -0.182862
London PutneyLondon, 51.461098, -0.2161961
London Morden St. HelierLondon, 51.389526, -0.198866
London West BromptonLondon, 51.486588, -0.1956679
London Surrey QuaysLondon, 51.49279, -0.04814

Book return train tickets from Exeter to London

Below are the quickest and cheapest return train tickets from Exeter to London that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
AccesRail
27 Nov
03:55Exeter
4h 00m
07:55London Heathrow
30 Nov
17:55London Heathrow
3h 25m
21:20Exeter
AccesRail
6 Jun
02:05Exeter
3h 25m
05:30London Heathrow
8 Jun
23:40London Heathrow
4h 30m
04:10Exeter
AccesRail
28 Nov
09:10Exeter
3h 35m
12:45London Heathrow
30 Nov
20:50London Heathrow
3h 40m
1 stop
00:30Exeter
AccesRail
28 Nov
16:55Exeter
3h 35m
20:30London Heathrow
30 Nov
19:35London Heathrow
3h 25m
23:00Exeter
AccesRail
7 Jun
09:10Exeter
3h 35m
12:45London Heathrow
8 Jun
20:50London Heathrow
3h 40m
1 stop
00:30Exeter
AccesRail
27 Nov
03:55Exeter
4h 00m
1 stop
07:55London Heathrow
30 Nov
16:00London Heathrow
3h 30m
19:30Exeter

Book one-way train tickets from Exeter to London

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Exeter to London we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
South Western Railway
18 Jul
05:14Exeter Central
3h 29m
08:43London Waterloo
South Western Railway
18 Jul
05:10Exeter St Davids
3h 33m
08:43London Waterloo
South Western Railway
30 May
05:14Exeter Central
3h 29m
08:43London Waterloo
South Western Railway
30 May
05:10Exeter St Davids
3h 33m
08:43London Waterloo
AccesRail
13 Jun
02:05Exeter
3h 25m
05:30London Heathrow
AccesRail
14 Jun
04:40Exeter
3h 45m
1 stop
08:25London Heathrow

Choose the best way to get from Exeter to London

Buses

4h 00m
£11 one-way£19 return
Direct · from £191 stop · from £20

Distance to city centre

ZEP0.9 mi

Trains

2h 43m
£23 one-way£78 return
Direct · from £781 stop · from £78

Distance to city centre

LHR14.4 mi

Flights

3h 20m
£70 one-way£139 return
1 stop · from £73

Distance to city centre

LGW23.8 mi

FAQs for booking trains from Exeter to London

Is the train from Exeter to London scenic?

When you take the train journey from Exeter to London you can expect a peaceful and scenic journey with wide open skies, green British countryside, and traditional farm and village landscapes. The route from Exeter departs from either Exeter St David's train station or Exeter central station and winds through small villages passing many river waterways and winding railways. Zip through small village towns like Wellington and onwards making your way to the famous town of Reading, known for its long river frontage on the Thames and Kennet rivers and its annual rock music festival. As you move towards the end of your journey, the city buildings will appear and the excitement of the buzz of London awaits. The train journey Exeter to London is a short trip, around few hours, and is a comfortable and relaxing ride.

What services are available at Exeter Central and Exeter St David's stations?

There are two main train stations departing from Exeter to London and depending on which trip and train you choose, you will either depart from Exeter Central or Exeter St Davids, both within a few minutes of each other. Both of the stations have essential facilities like ticket collection, toilets with baby changing facilities, free station Wi-Fi, wheelchair friendly access and toilets and staff on site for any queries. Conveniently, there are lifts to help you get to your chosen platform and wheelchairs at the station for your use. There is a selection of snack shops at both stations, coffee shops to choose from and magazine/newspaper stands. Public telephones are available as are luggage trolleys if you are travelling with a heavy load. At both stations there are car parking lots if you need to park your car and a selection of taxi pick ups for your transport needs. If you need to draw some cash there are ATM Machines available. All your basic travel needs for your ride from Exeter to London are met at these Exeter train stations.

Do you need a passport to go to Exeter to London by train?

Travelling from Exeter to London by train is fast, convenient and fuss-free and you do not have to show any sort of passports to travel. As the towns are both within Britain, you won't need a passport. When taking any semi-long distance journey, it is always advisable to travel with some sort of identification for any safety and security issues that may arise. If you’re’ visiting the country as a tourist you don’t need a passport on you, but it might be a good idea to take it with you in case of any emergencies. Train travel from Exeter to London is easy and the commute is quick so check the momondo train timetables and prepare for your visit to the famous city of London.

How to get from London Paddington Station to London city centre?

London is known as the hub of transport and you are literally spoilt for options on how to reach the city centre from London Paddington station. The quickest and most convenient is to hop on the subway that will take you in several minutes to reach Trafalgar Square. There are buses available but you would need to take a quick walk to get to the Bishops Bridge bus stop and your bus journey will take at least twice the time of the subway . Taxis are the most expensive options, but also the most convenient and quick, so pick your transport option to suit your particular needs. London Paddington station has experienced staff at their information kiosks who can guide you if you’re confused or lost.

How much does a train ticket from Exeter to London cost?

Search for train tickets from Exeter to London for this week, starting at £42 one-way. At £213 on average, one-way train tickets from Exeter to London are best booked early to save more on your trip.

How long is the train ride from Exeter to London?

2h 03m is the fastest available option to arrive in London from Exeter by train. Travel time can vary by 0h 09m, so prioritise direct options for the quickest arrival. Great Western Railway is one of the fastest options available.

Which train companies operate between Exeter to London?

Ride to your destination comfortably on AccesRail, South Western Railway, and Great Western Railway. Consider AccesRail as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Exeter to London starting at £105.

How far is Exeter to London by train?

A train from Exeter to London will travel much more than the 157.3 mi distance between them. The actual distance depends on the route taken, and stops along the way. The train usually takes 2h 03m in normal conditions.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Exeter to London?

To save time, the fastest way to travel is by train from Exeter to London on Great Western Railway. Expect the length of time you’ll spend onboard Great Western Railway to be about 2h 17m compared to taking a flight from Exeter to London or a bus from Exeter to London which have been found to be slower alternatives.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Exeter to London?

Planning to book a bus from Exeter to London can be a safe bet when looking for a low-cost deal to your destination. Currently, a flight and a train are priced higher than the cost of a bus. You can search prices for a flight from Exeter starting at £139 to London or a train from Exeter to London starting at £78 if that is your preferred method of transportation.


AccesRail trains from Exeter to London

Our best AccesRail deals on Exeter to London train tickets
AccesRail
27 Nov
EXT03:55Exeter
4h 00m
LHR07:55London Heathrow
30 Nov
LHR17:55London Heathrow
3h 25m
EXT21:20Exeter
AccesRail
6 Jun
EXT01:00Exeter
7h 55m
2 stops
STN08:55London Stansted
8 Jun
STN04:45London Stansted
8h 25m
1 stop
EXT13:10Exeter
AccesRail
7 Jun
EXT12:00Exeter
7h 25m
1 stop
LTN19:25London Luton
8 Jun
LTN08:45London Luton
7h 55m
1 stop
EXT16:40Exeter

Multiple carriers trains from Exeter to London

Our best Multiple carriers deals on Exeter to London train tickets
Multiple carriers
12 May
EXS08:09Exeter St. Thomas
3h 40m
1 stop
QQW11:49London Waterloo
15 May
QQW08:20London Waterloo
4h 12m
1 stop
EXS12:32Exeter St. Thomas
Multiple carriers
3 Jul
EXS00:42Exeter St. Thomas
4h 22m
1 stop
QQP05:04London Paddington
7 Jul
QQP05:23London Paddington
4h 12m
2 stops
EXS09:35Exeter St. Thomas

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