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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Waterloo to Exeter, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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London Waterloo to Exeter train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Exeter? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.00, with average prices for this route around £40.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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11:59
London Waterloo
15:04
Exeter St Davids
3h 5m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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12:20
London Waterloo
15:38
Exeter Central
3h 18m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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12:27
London Waterloo
15:12
Exeter St Davids
2h 45m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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13:20
London Waterloo
16:38
Exeter Central
3h 18m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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13:27
London Waterloo
16:12
Exeter St Davids
2h 45m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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14:20
London Waterloo
17:38
Paris
3h 18m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Waterloo to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
07:10
Last train
Last train
23:39
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 42m
Distance
Distance
158 miles
Price
Price
£12.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Exeter

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Exeter, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

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 London Waterloo to Exeter can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Exeter, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Waterloo to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Exeter train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.