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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Exeter is to bus which costs £12 - £55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Exeter via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Exeter?

The distance between Gloucester and Exeter is 115 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Gloucester to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Exeter bus from?

Gloucester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £55 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Gloucester to Exeter bus arrive?

Gloucester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Exeter train arrive?

Gloucester to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Exeter is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Gloucester to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Worcester Foregate Street - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 17m
£48–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
4h 10m
£12–51
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Exetercar 106.4 mi
1h 50m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Exeter St Davidstrain Leeds - Plymouth / ...
2h 38m
£65–130

Gloucester to Exeter by train

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Exeter via Bristol Bus Station in around 4h 10m.

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