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Waterloo to Exeter train route details
First train
06:21
Last train
23:46
Journey time
2h 36m
Distance
309 km
Price
DKK 88.84*
What are the next train times from Waterloo to Exeter?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Waterloo to Exeter happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:00 London Waterloo | 21:09 Exeter St Davids |  | Find Tickets |
18:23 London Waterloo | 21:39 Exeter Central |  | Find Tickets |
18:28 London Waterloo | 21:14 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
19:20 London Waterloo | 22:40 Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
19:22 London Waterloo | 22:29 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
20:20 London Waterloo | 00:02 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Waterloo and Exeter on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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