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Waterloo to Exeter Central train route details

First train
06:21

Last train
23:28

Journey time
2h 51m

Distance
308 km

Price
€ 18.26*
What are the next train times from Waterloo to Exeter Central?
Discover all upcoming Waterloo to Exeter Central services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
11:59 London Waterloo | 15:18 Exeter Central | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:20 London Waterloo | 15:39 Exeter Central | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:27 London Waterloo | 15:28 Exeter Central | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:20 London Waterloo | 16:38 Exeter Central | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:27 London Waterloo | 16:28 Exeter Central | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:00 London Waterloo | 17:18 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Exeter Central

Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Waterloo to Exeter Central more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Waterloo to Exeter Central by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

Split Tickets discount
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

First Class tickets
Enjoy an upgraded journey with First Class tickets, which usually provide spacious seating, a calmer environment, and added perks like free drinks or snacks with selected train operators

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










