Train from Gatwick to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gatwick to Exeter on 11 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Exeter CentralNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Exeter St David'sNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 470, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
241 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 717 - R 717Average duration8h 50m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 970 - R 5 592Average duration3h 43m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 470 - R 656Average duration3h 20m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Exeter by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Exeter?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Exeter start from R 1 970. The average price for this train route is around R 2 234. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Exeter?

    The average train journey time from Gatwick to Exeter is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 242 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 33m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Exeter?

    The earliest train from Gatwick to Exeter departs at 10:26. And the latest train departs at 17:26.

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