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Waterloo to Exeter Central train route details
First train
06:21
Last train
23:28
Journey time
2h 51m
Distance
192 miles
Price
US$21.73*
What are the next train times from Waterloo to Exeter Central?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Waterloo to Exeter Central happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
20:20 London Waterloo | 00:44 +1Exeter Central |  | Find Tickets |
20:23 London Waterloo | 23:46 Exeter Central |  | Find Tickets |
22:20 London Waterloo | 07:38 +1Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
23:04 London Waterloo | 04:27 +1Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
23:28 London Waterloo East | 09:05 +1Paris |  | Find Tickets |
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If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Waterloo to Exeter Central more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
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Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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