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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Exeter is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 27m.

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 49m and costs £95 - £200.

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 49m.

How far is it from Essex to Exeter?

The distance between Essex and Exeter is 220 miles. The road distance is 216.5 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 49m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Essex to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Exeter train from?

Essex to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley 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 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m 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?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Exeter.

Essex to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and 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 49m
£99–195
Drive 215.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Exetercar 215.3 mi
4h 27m
£53–76
Train, 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
6h 31m
£195–441
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 13m
£95–221

Essex to Exeter by train

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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 49m.

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