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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Exeter is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Exeter via Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Exeter?

The distance between Lancaster and Exeter is 290 miles. The road distance is 282.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 30m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Lancaster to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Exeter bus from?

Lancaster to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Exeter train from?

Lancaster to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Exeter?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Exeter is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 30m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Lancaster to Exeter bus arrive?

Lancaster to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Exeter train arrive?

Lancaster to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Exeter is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Lancaster to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 30m
£135–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
9h 33m
£51–139
Drive 281.1 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Exetercar 281.1 mi
4h 38m
£69–100
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3h 44m
£100–187
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 30m
£134–257

Lancaster to Exeter by train

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Distance: 288.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Exeter via Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 33m.

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