What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) is to bus which costs £80 - £140 and takes 14h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Exeter (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Exeter (Station) is 375 miles. The road distance is 440.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £220 - £330.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) bus from?

Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) train from?

Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £220 - £330 and takes 8h 6m, you could also bus, which costs £80 - £140 and takes 14h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) train arrive?

Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station).

Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1512+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

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There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h 24m
£96–272
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 44m
£70–192
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 6m
£220–330
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bampfylde Streetbus G5
14h 20m
£81–133
Drive 438.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Exeter (Station)car 438.4 mi
7h 29m
£108–156
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 3m
£72–182
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 46m
£108–226
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
5h 15m
£114–297
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
7h 55m
£124–282
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 22m
£147–290

Edinburgh to Exeter (Station) by bus

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Distance: 372.8 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Exeter (Station), England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) 6 times a week. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £220–330 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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