What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Exeter is 190 miles. The road distance is 174.9 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Exeter bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Exeter train from?

Gatwick Airport to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £270 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Exeter train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Exeter is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Exeter?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 42m
£77–149
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 40m
£26–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 55m
£44–67
Drive 173.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Exetercar 173.9 mi
3h 27m
£43–62
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3h 33m
£90–262
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 45m
£221–439

Gatwick Airport to Exeter by train

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Exeter St Davids via Reading in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 55m.

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