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Exeter to London Waterloo train prices and times

Planning a journey from Exeter to London Waterloo? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 23.84, with average prices for this route around AU$ 85.86. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Mon, Sep 1
    From AU$ 24.77
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    From AU$ 23.84
  • Wed, Sep 3
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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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14:15
Exeter St Davids
17:05
London Waterloo
2h 50m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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14:43
Exeter St Davids
17:43
London Waterloo
3h, DirectGreat Western Railway
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15:15
Exeter St Davids
18:07
London Waterloo
2h 52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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15:30
Exeter Central
19:49
London Waterloo
4h 19m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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15:42
Exeter St Davids
18:43
London Waterloo
3h 1m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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16:15
Exeter St Davids
19:00
Paris
2h 45m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Exeter to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
01:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Exeter
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
2h 38m
Distance
Distance
254 km
Price
Price
AU$ 23.84*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Exeter and London Waterloo, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Exeter to London Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Exeter to London Waterloo for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Exeter to London Waterloo, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Exeter to London Waterloo ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Exeter to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Exeter to London Waterloo train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.