What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to rideshare which costs £5 - £13 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exeter and arriving at Bristol Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter Central and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The distance between Exeter Central and Bristol is 76 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter Central to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Bristol bus from?

Exeter Central to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Bristol train from?

Exeter Central to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £35 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Exeter Central to Bristol bus arrive?

Exeter Central to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter Central to Bristol train arrive?

Exeter Central to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to Bristol is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Exeter Central to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter Central to Bristol?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Book your Exeter Central to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2674+ hotels available in Bristol.

Can I share a ride from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter Central and Bristol. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via Exeter St Davids
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 10m
£30–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Bristolrideshare 75 mi
1h 58m
£5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2h 27m
£8–35
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Exmouth - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 38m
£35–70
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Bristolcar 74.8 mi
1h 32m
£19–27

Exeter Central to Bristol by foot and train

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Distance: 75.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Exeter Central, England and Bristol, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 57 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 2h 15m. National Express also services this route 5 times a day.

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