What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to South West?

The cheapest way to get from Essex to South West is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to South West?

The fastest way to get from Essex to South West is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Essex and South West?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to South West. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Crediton via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Essex to South West?

The distance between Essex and South West is 229 miles. The road distance is 221.5 miles.

How do I travel from Essex to South West without a car?

The best way to get from Essex to South West without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Essex to South West?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Essex to South West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to South West train from?

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

Where does the Essex to South West train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to South West?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to South West is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Essex to South West.

Where can I stay near South West?

There are 1537+ hotels available in South West.

Essex to South West - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to South West by train, 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 / ...
4h 33m
£110–212
Drive 220.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to South Westcar 220.3 mi
4h 43m
£54–77
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
7h 51m
£196–421
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 / ...
7h
£95–220

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Essex, England and South West, England?

You can take a train from White Notley to South West via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, and Crediton in around 4h 33m.

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