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Waterloo to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
18:27
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure city
Departure city
Waterloo
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
193 miles
Price
Price
JPY 3,444.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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18:27
3h 6m, Direct
London Waterloo
21:33
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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18:45
3h 56m, 2 change
London Waterloo
22:41
Exeter Central
South Western Railway
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19:22
3h 6m, Direct
London Waterloo
22:28
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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19:49
3h 50m, Direct
London Waterloo
23:39
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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22:49
10h 25m, 1 change
London Waterloo
09:14
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Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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07:23
3h 3m, Direct
London Waterloo
10:26
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Waterloo to Exeter typically cost around JPY 3,444.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
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Where to stay near Exeter

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