The average train between Exeter (Station) and Gatwick takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter (Station) to Gatwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter (Station) and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 1:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter (Station) is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 3m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Exeter (Station) to Gatwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter (Station) to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Exeter (Station) station and arriving at Gatwick station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Exeter (Station) to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter (Station) to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
The distance between Exeter (Station) and Gatwick is 239 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a vehicle from Exeter (Station) to Gatwick Airport via Exeter St Davids and Reading in around 3h 56m.