What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station) is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Exeter (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at Exeter. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Leicester and Exeter (Station) is 206 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Exeter (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Exeter (Station) bus from?

Leicester to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Exeter (Station) train from?

Leicester to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Exeter (Station) bus arrive?

Leicester to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Leicester to Exeter (Station) train arrive?

Leicester to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Exeter (Station) is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Leicester to Exeter (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Exeter (Station)?

Book your Leicester to Exeter (Station) bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

Leicester to Exeter (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Exeter (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 35m
£87–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
6h 10m
£25–40
Drive 185.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Exeter (Station)car 185.6 mi
3h 20m
£46–67
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
7h 10m
£35–57

Leicester to Exeter (Station) by bus

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Distance: 205 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Exeter (Station), England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Exeter (Station) via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeter twice daily. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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