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Exeter to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
08:28
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
2h 38m
Distance
Distance
309 km
Price
Price
US$ 21.55*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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08:28
4h 52m, 2 change
Exeter Central
13:20
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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08:30
3h 10m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
11:40
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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09:30
4h 50m, 2 change
Exeter Central
14:20
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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09:32
3h 8m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
12:40
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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10:15
2h 51m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
13:06
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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10:27
3h 23m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
13:50
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Exeter to Waterloo typically cost around US$ 21.55, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Tue28Apr
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