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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Colchester to Exeter?

The distance between Colchester and Exeter is 230 miles. The road distance is 229.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Colchester to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Exeter bus from?

Colchester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Exeter train from?

Colchester to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Colchester to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Colchester to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Exeter train arrive?

Colchester to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Exeter is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Colchester to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 48m
£99–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h 26m
£34–61
Drive 227.9 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Exetercar 227.9 mi
4h 41m
£57–82
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 12m
£222–453
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 17m
£88–180

Colchester to Exeter by train

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bampfylde Street via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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