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Gatwick to Exeter trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gatwick and Exeter takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatwick to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 49m
Duration
189 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
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  1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain train Gatwick Airport - Reading
  2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain train London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 39m
£83–162

Gatwick to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Gatwick and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 188.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Exeter St Davids via Reading in around 3h 39m.

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