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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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33

train journeys
per day

149

miles (241 kms)

3hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport is approximately 149 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:02
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:14
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:44
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:19
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:51
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:19
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Exeter Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Exeter Central to Gatwick Airport

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Exeter Central & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Exeter Central and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.