What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs £85 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Exeter Central?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Exeter Central. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Exeter Central?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Exeter Central is 151 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central bus from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 3h 54m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central bus arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

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Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Exeter Central. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central

Q: How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central, including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly from London Gatwick Airport
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3h 18m
£88–171
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Exeter Centralrideshare 174.5 mi
3h 29m
£16–21
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
5h 56m
£189–406
Train
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 54m
£84–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
6h 8m
£38–93
Train via Woking
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Guildfordtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Woking to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 9m
£72–162
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Centralcar 174.5 mi
3h 29m
£43–61

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter Central by train and foot

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Exeter Central, England?

Aurigny, British Airways, and five other airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Exeter Central via Reading and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 54m.

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