What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to East Sussex is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 7h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to East Sussex is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Polegate via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Exeter to East Sussex?

The distance between Exeter and East Sussex is 235 miles. The road distance is 194.9 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £100 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Exeter to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to East Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to East Sussex train from?

Exeter to East Sussex train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.

Train or bus from Exeter to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Exeter to East Sussex is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Exeter to East Sussex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to East Sussex train arrive?

Exeter to East Sussex train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Exeter to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to East Sussex is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Exeter to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1437+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Exeter to East Sussex - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to East Sussex by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
5h 38m
£102–218
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 South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
7h 51m
£44–89
Drive 193.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to East Sussexcar 193.8 mi
3h 48m
£48–68
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
6h 36m
£102–221
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
6h 34m
£91–167
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain
7h 50m
£209–490
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain
7h 56m
£259–534

Exeter to East Sussex by train and bus

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Exeter Central to Fiennes Road via Clapham Junction, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Central Bus Station, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 7h 51m.

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