What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds is to bus which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Bury St Edmunds?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Bury St Edmunds?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Bury St Edmunds via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Stowmarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

The distance between Exeter and Bury St Edmunds is 273 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £120 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Bury St Edmunds bus from?

Exeter to Bury St Edmunds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Bury St Edmunds train from?

Exeter to Bury St Edmunds train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

The best way to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Exeter to Bury St Edmunds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Bury St Edmunds train arrive?

Exeter to Bury St Edmunds train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Bury St Edmunds is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds?

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Where can I stay near Bury St Edmunds?

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Exeter to Bury St Edmunds - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Bury St Edmunds by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich
5h 12m
£120–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 43m
£46–74
Drive 247.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Bury St Edmundscar 247.8 mi
4h 18m
£63–91
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
9h 51m
£275–627
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain
5h 14m
£127–196
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain
7h 47m
£146–219
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Stowmarkettrain
7h 32m
£146–696
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
8h 37m
£240–539

Exeter to Bury St Edmunds by train

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Distance: 271.6 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Bury St Edmunds, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Bury St Edmunds via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Stowmarket in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 43m.

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