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Waterloo to Exeter train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Exeter? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 20.53, with average prices for this route around AU$ 82.12.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:10 3h 30m, Direct London Waterloo	10:40 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
07:27 2h 41m, Direct London Waterloo	10:08 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
08:20 3h 19m, Direct London Waterloo	11:39 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
08:27 2h 46m, Direct London Waterloo	11:13 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
08:58 2h 56m, Direct London Waterloo	11:54 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
09:20 3h 18m, Direct London Waterloo	12:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Waterloo to Exeter train route details

First train

06:21

Last train

23:46

Departure city

Waterloo

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

2h 36m

Distance

309 km

Price

AU$ 20.53*

Train Operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Waterloo to Exeter, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Waterloo to Exeter ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Waterloo to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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