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

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Central London to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ealing Broadway and arriving at Exeter St Davids via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Central London to Exeter?

The distance between Central London and Exeter is 181 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central London to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Central London to Exeter, including transfers.

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

Central London to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Central London to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train, bus or fly from Central London to Exeter?

The best way to get from Central London to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £170 - £390 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Central London to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central London to Exeter train arrive?

Central London to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Central London to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Exeter is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Central London to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Exeter.

Central London to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Central London to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 8m
£79–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 2m
£32–77
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Exetercar 162.8 mi
2h 57m
£41–58
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 2m
£177–389
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 41m
£69–169
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 25m
£102–243

Central London to Exeter by bus and train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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