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Outbound fromLondon to Exeter by train
It takes an average of 3h 13m to travel from London to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 157 miles (253 km). There are normally 99 trains per day travelling from London to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £14.60 when you book in advance.
Travelling from London to Exeter by train
Thinking about a trip to Devon and looking to travel from London to Exeter by train? You’ve come to the right place!
On the fastest services, the train from London to Exeter takes just 2h 3m, but it usually takes around 3h 15m. There are around 68 trains running on this popular route every day. As there are direct trains available to Exeter from London, there’s no need for any changes once you’re on board.
On this route, you can travel with either Great Western Railway or South Western Railway. Both train operators offer free WiFi, at-seat power sockets and generous luggage allowance, making your train travel a breeze.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Ready to book your train tickets from London to Exeter? Start your search with us today. Keep reading for our timetable, where you can view first and last train times from London to Exeter, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Exeter
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Exeter is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.