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Waterloo to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
09:20
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure city
Departure city
Waterloo
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 36m
Distance
Distance
193 miles
Price
Price
IDR 370,893.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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09:20
3h 18m, Direct
London Waterloo
12:38
Exeter Central
South Western Railway
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09:27
2h 36m, Direct
London Waterloo
12:03
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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10:00
3h 7m, Direct
London Waterloo
13:07
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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10:20
3h 18m, Direct
London Waterloo
13:38
Exeter Central
South Western Railway
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10:27
2h 46m, Direct
London Waterloo
13:13
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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11:20
3h 18m, Direct
London Waterloo
14:38
Paris
South Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Exeter from Waterloo this week
Typical ticket prices between Waterloo and Exeter are around IDR 370,893.00, 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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