How much is the train ticket from Exeter to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to London start from R 393. The average price for this train route is around R 1 403. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Exeter to London?

The average train journey time from Exeter to London is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 248 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Exeter to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 34 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 Exeter to London?

The earliest train from Exeter to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:43.

Which is the best train operator from Exeter to London?

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 Exeter to London?

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Exeter to London?

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 Exeter to London?

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 Exeter to London from R 461

Next train departures

Next departures from Exeter to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:29	Exeter Central	3h 20m	10:49	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Exeter St David's	2h 42m	17:57	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:44	Exeter St David's	3h 2m	10:46	London Paddington	No tags
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:44	Whimple	3h 14m	22:58	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	17:17	Exeter St David's	2h 42m	19:59	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	19:30	Exeter Central	3h 34m	23:04	Wimbledon	No tags
Train	07:00	Exeter St David's	2h 54m	09:54	London Paddington	No tags
Train	19:30	Exeter Central	3h 34m	23:04	Wimbledon	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:39	Cranbrook	3h 15m	22:54	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	09:32	Exeter St David's	2h 27m	11:59	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	11:30	Exeter Central	3h 22m	14:52	Wimbledon	No tags
Train	08:30	Exeter St David's	2h 29m	10:59	London Paddington	No tags
Train	11:30	Exeter Central	3h 22m	14:52	Wimbledon	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:29	Exeter Central	3h 32m	21:01	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:52	Exeter St David's	2h 2m	09:54	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:44	Exeter St David's	2h 45m	10:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:29	Exeter Central	3h 32m	21:01	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:52	Exeter St David's	2h 2m	09:54	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:44	Exeter St David's	2h 45m	10:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Exeter St David's	3h 24m	18:49	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:52	Exeter St David's	2h 2m	09:54	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:44	Exeter St David's	2h 45m	10:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to London on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:29	Exeter Central	3h 20m	19:49	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:52	Exeter St David's	2h 2m	09:54	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags
Train	07:44	Exeter St David's	2h 45m	10:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	15:30	Exeter Central	3h 19m	18:49	Wandsworth Town	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 368, 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 priceR 203 - R 1 596	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 393 - R 7 406	Average duration3h 17m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 368 - R 682	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Exeter

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

London

A
Barnes
Station House, 1 Station Rd, London SW13 0HT, UK
B
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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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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Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Exeter to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to London start from R 393. The average price for this train route is around R 1 403. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to London?
The average train journey time from Exeter to London is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 248 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 34 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 Exeter to London?
The earliest train from Exeter to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:43.
Which is the best train operator from Exeter to London?
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 Exeter to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Exeter to London?
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 Exeter to London?
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

09/12

R 1 613

10/12

R 1 024

Today

R 1 041

12/12

R 1 042

13/12

R 927

14/12

R 817

15/12

R 812

16/12

R 726

The cheapest trip from Exeter to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 726

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

You can expect to pay from R 726 to R 7 118 for a train ticket from Exeter to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 726, which is on 2025-12-16.