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It takes an average of 4h 56m to travel from Exeter to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 183 miles (294 km). There are normally 76 trains per day travelling from Exeter to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £58.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:25 | |
| Departure station | Exeter | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 35m | |
| Distance | 183 miles (294 km) | |
| Frequency | 76 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £58.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia |
Travelling from Exeter to Stansted Airport by train
Looking to travel from Exeter to Stansted Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 56 minutes to travel from Exeter to Stansted Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 35 minutes though. You'll usually find 76 trains per day running along the 183 miles (294 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Stansted Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway to get to Stansted Airport. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Exeter to Stansted Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £58.80.
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The price of train tickets from Exeter to Stansted Airport starts at £58.80 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.