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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 € 11.95, with average prices for this route around € 47.80.

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
06:21 3h 6m, Direct London Waterloo	09:27 Exeter St Davids	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 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

€ 11.95*

Train Operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Waterloo to Exeter. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo to Exeter 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Waterloo to Exeter, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Waterloo to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Waterloo to Exeter with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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