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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Bristol is to rideshare which costs £5 - £13 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 18m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter (Station) 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 (Station) 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 (Station) to Bristol?

The distance between Exeter (Station) and Bristol is 77 miles. The road distance is 74.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Bristol without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 18m and costs £30 - £65.

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

Exeter (Station) to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

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

Exeter (Station) to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St James Park (Devon) station.

Train or bus from Exeter (Station) to Bristol?

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 18m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

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

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

Exeter (Station) to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter (Station) to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter (Station) to Bristol is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Exeter (Station) to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter (Station) to Bristol?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter (Station) to Bristol?

Book your Exeter (Station) 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 (Station) to Bristol?

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

Exeter (Station) to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Exeter (Station) to Bristol by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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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 18m
£30–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Bristolrideshare 75 mi
1h 54m
£5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2h 15m
£8–35
Train
1. Take the train from St James Park (Devon) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Exmouth - Cardiff Central
1h 48m
£35–70
Drive 73.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter (Station) to Bristolcar 73.9 mi
1h 29m
£18–26

Exeter (Station) to Bristol by bus

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Distance: 76.3 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Exeter (Station), 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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