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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Sussex is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Sussex is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Sheffield Park Entrance via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Perrymount Road and The Bull. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Haywards Heath via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Exeter to Sussex?

The distance between Exeter and Sussex is 223 miles. The road distance is 183.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Exeter to Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Sussex train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Sussex?

The best way to get from Exeter to Sussex is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Exeter to Sussex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Sussex is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Exeter to Sussex.

Where can I stay near Sussex?

There are 1711+ hotels available in Sussex.

Exeter to Sussex - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Sussex by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Haywards Heathtrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 37m
£128–218
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 Coach Stationbus Lgw
7h 18m
£40–70
Drive 182.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Sussexcar 182.4 mi
3h 33m
£46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
7h 20m
£97–231
Train via Lewes
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
6h 7m
£83–167
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
6h 55m
£72–142

Exeter to Sussex by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Sussex via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Haywards Heath in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Sussex via Heathrow Central Bus Station, South Terminal Coach Station, Gatwick Airport, Haywards Heath, Perrymount Road, The Bull, and Sheffield Park Entrance in around 7h 18m.

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