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Waterloo to Exeter Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Waterloo to Exeter? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$13.92, with average prices for this route around US$55.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:20 3h 19m, Direct London Waterloo	19:39 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
16:27 2h 48m, Direct London Waterloo	19:15 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
17:00 3h 5m, Direct London Waterloo	20:05 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
17:23 3h 16m, Direct London Waterloo	20:39 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
17:27 2h 45m, Direct London Waterloo	20:12 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
18:00 3h 9m, Direct London Waterloo	21:09 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

US$13.92*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Waterloo to Exeter can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 traveling 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%

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.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Waterloo to Exeter train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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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