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Waterloo to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
06:21
Last train
Last train
22:49
Departure city
Departure city
Waterloo
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 42m
Distance
Distance
193 miles
Price
Price
CAD 14.68*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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06:21
3h 6m, Direct
London Waterloo
09:27
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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07:10
3h 30m, Direct
London Waterloo
10:40
Exeter Central
South Western Railway
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07:27
2h 41m, Direct
London Waterloo
10:08
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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08:20
3h 19m, Direct
London Waterloo
11:39
Exeter Central
South Western Railway
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08:27
2h 46m, Direct
London Waterloo
11:13
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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08:58
2h 56m, Direct
London Waterloo
11:54
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Typical ticket prices between Waterloo and Exeter are around CAD 14.68, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
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Regular commuters travelling between Waterloo and Exeter - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Waterloo to Exeter when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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