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Exeter Central to London Waterloo train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Exeter Central to London Waterloo, starting from £9.55 and averaging £40.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 53m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Wed, Sep 3
From £9.55
Thu, Sep 4
From £11.00
Fri, Sep 5
From £12.00
Sat, Sep 6
From £12.00
Sun, Sep 7
From £12.00
Mon, Sep 8
From £12.00
Tue, Sep 9
From £11.15

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:14 Exeter Central	09:18 London Waterloo	4h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:42 Exeter Central	09:35 London Waterloo	2h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:24 Exeter Central	10:30 London Waterloo	3h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Exeter Central	11:47 London Waterloo	4h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Exeter Central	11:49 London Waterloo	4h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:04 Exeter Central	11:56 Paris	3h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Exeter Central to London Waterloo train route details

First train

00:55

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Exeter Central

Arrival station

London Waterloo

Journey time

2h 53m

Distance

158 miles

Price

£9.55*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter Central to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Exeter Central and London Waterloo, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Exeter Central to London Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Exeter Central to London Waterloo for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Exeter Central to London Waterloo, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Exeter Central to London Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Exeter Central to London Waterloo train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Exeter Central to London Waterloo with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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