The average train between Exeter and Heathrow takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Heathrow. 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 and Heathrow. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Heathrow at 4:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Heathrow station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Exeter to Heathrow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Heathrow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Heathrow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Heathrow Express.
The distance between Exeter and Heathrow is 230.1 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.