What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central is to bus via Bristol which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £90 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Exeter Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Exeter Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

The distance between Birmingham and Exeter Central is 166 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Exeter Central without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids takes 2h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Exeter Central bus from?

Birmingham to Exeter Central bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Exeter Central train from?

Birmingham to Exeter Central train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £190 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Birmingham to Exeter Central bus arrive?

Birmingham to Exeter Central bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Exeter Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Exeter Central is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Birmingham to Exeter Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Exeter Central?

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Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Exeter Central.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 44m
£90–130
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
5h 22m
£19–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
4h 38m
£30–75
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Exeter Centralcar 159.3 mi
2h 45m
£39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Exeter (EXT)plane BHX - EXT
5h 45m
£85–190

Birmingham to Exeter Central by train and foot

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Exeter Central, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street twice daily. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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