What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter is to bus which costs £24 - £95 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter is to train via Paddington which takes 2h 48m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Euston and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Exeter?

The distance between Kings Cross and Exeter is 176 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter without a car is to train via Paddington which takes 2h 48m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Exeter?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Kings Cross to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Exeter bus from?

Kings Cross to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Exeter train from?

Kings Cross to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Kings Cross to Exeter?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Exeter is to train via Paddington which takes 2h 48m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £95 and takes 5h 44m, you could also fly, which costs £170 - £430 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Exeter bus arrive?

Kings Cross to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Kings Cross to Exeter train arrive?

Kings Cross to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Exeter is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Kings Cross to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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Train via Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 48m
£77–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 44m
£25–93
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Exetercar 171.5 mi
3h 21m
£42–61
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 21m
£179–425
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Exeter St Davidstrain London Euston - Penzance
4h 7m
£75–150
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 30m
£72–173
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 57m
£102–202
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 30m
£227–466

Kings Cross to Exeter by subway and bus

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Distance: 175.1 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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