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Exeter to Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
2h 38m
Distance
Distance
309 km
Price
Price
US$21.51*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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05:14
3h 29m, Direct
Exeter Central
08:43
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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05:52
3h 19m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
09:11
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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06:44
3h 36m, Direct
Exeter Central
10:20
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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06:52
2h 43m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
09:35
London Waterloo
Great Western Railway
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07:29
3h 20m, Direct
Exeter Central
10:49
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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07:52
2h 38m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
10:30
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Exeter this week

Fares from Exeter to Waterloo usually average around US$21.51, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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