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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £90 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bulford Lane and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Exeter. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Essex to Exeter?

The distance between Essex and Exeter is 220 miles. The road distance is 221.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Essex to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essex to Exeter train from?

Essex to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Exeter?

The best way to get from Essex to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Essex to Exeter bus arrive?

Essex to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Exeter is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Essex to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 54m
£94–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h 29m
£39–66
Drive 220.4 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Exetercar 220.4 mi
4h 18m
£55–79
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 51m
£120–267
Train via London
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 23m
£83–163
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 18m
£217–436

Essex to Exeter by train

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bulford Lane to Bampfylde Street via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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