What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 11m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Exeter Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Exeter Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Exeter Central is 178 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 11m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Exeter Central train from?

Waterloo Station to Exeter Central train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or fly from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 11m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £180 - £430 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Exeter Central train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Exeter Central train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Exeter Central is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

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Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

There are 1166+ hotels available in Exeter Central.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Exeter Central. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Exeter Central - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter Central by train, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 11m
£79–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeterrideshare 169.7 mi
4h 10m
£15–26
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Exeter Centralcar 171.2 mi
3h 21m
£42–61
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 28m
£187–430
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
3h 17m
£70–160
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 37m
£281–626

Waterloo Station to Exeter Central by subway, train, and foot

144Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Exeter Central, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, British Airways, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT) 3 times a day.

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