What is the cheapest way to get from Bakewell to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Bakewell to Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakewell to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Bakewell to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bakewell and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakewell to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Square and arriving at Exeter via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bakewell and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Bakewell to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Exeter St Davids via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Bakewell to Exeter?

The distance between Bakewell and Exeter is 248 miles. The road distance is 217.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bakewell to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Bakewell to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Bakewell to Exeter?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Bakewell to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakewell to Exeter bus from?

Bakewell to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Bakewell to Exeter train from?

Bakewell to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Chesterfield station.

Train or bus from Bakewell to Exeter?

The best way to get from Bakewell to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Bakewell to Exeter bus arrive?

Bakewell to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bakewell to Exeter train arrive?

Bakewell to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bakewell to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakewell to Exeter is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Bakewell to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Exeter.

Bakewell to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 257 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakewell to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 36m
£103–154
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
9h 30m
£31–58
Drive 216.7 mi
1. Drive from Bakewell to Exetercar 216.7 mi
4h 5m
£54–78
Line 257 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Square to Bus Turnaroundbus
2. Take the train from Bamford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
5h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matlock Street to Morledgebus 6.1
2. Take the bus from Morledge to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
3. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus
10h 57m
£34–54

Bakewell to Exeter by bus and train

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Distance: 246.4 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Bakewell, England and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Square to Exeter via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 30m.

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