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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 53m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Exeter?

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

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Exeter?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Exeter is 177 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 53m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Exeter bus from?

Waterloo Station to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo Station to Exeter?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 53m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £100 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £180 - £420 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Exeter bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Exeter is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Waterloo Station to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Exeter?

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

Waterloo Station to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 53m
£78–158
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeterrideshare 169.7 mi
4h 1m
£15–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 48m
£20–96
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 1m
£185–416
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
3h 17m
£65–160
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 14m
£30–73
Drive 170.6 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Exetercar 170.6 mi
3h 18m
£42–61
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 55m
£101–240
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 13m
£229–481

Waterloo Station to Exeter by train

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Distance: 176.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Exeter, 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 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 30m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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