What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to South West?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to South West is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to South West?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to South West is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and South West?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to South West. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Phone Box via Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and South West?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to South West. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Crediton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Birmingham to South West?

The distance between Birmingham and South West is 175 miles. The road distance is 159.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to South West without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to South West without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £100 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to South West?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Birmingham to South West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to South West bus from?

Birmingham to South West bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to South West train from?

Birmingham to South West train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to South West?

The best way to get from Birmingham to South West is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Birmingham to South West bus arrive?

Birmingham to South West bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Birmingham to South West train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to South West?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to South West is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Birmingham to South West.

Where can I stay near South West?

There are 1551+ hotels available in South West.

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to South West by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 21m
£101–142
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Exeterbus Uk087
6h 56m
£19–35
Drive 158.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to South Westcar 158.9 mi
2h 47m
£39–56

Birmingham to South West by bus

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and South West, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Exeter twice daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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