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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Croydon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Croydon is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at East Croydon via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Exeter to Croydon?

The distance between Exeter and Croydon is 189 miles. The road distance is 173 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Exeter to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Croydon bus from?

Exeter to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Croydon train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Croydon?

The best way to get from Exeter to Croydon is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £280 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Exeter to Croydon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Croydon is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Exeter to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Exeter to Croydon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 52m
£81–144
Drive 172 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Croydoncar 172 mi
3h 22m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
5h 37m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
4h 5m
£94–275
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
3h 51m
£67–139
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
6h 27m
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 4m
£211–429
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
6h 20m
£258–615

Exeter to Croydon by train

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Croydon, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 37m.

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