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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Paddington to Exeter?

The distance between Paddington and Exeter is 173 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £75 - £150.

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

The train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Exeter bus from?

Paddington to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Exeter train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Paddington to Exeter?

The best way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 4h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £170 - £390 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Paddington to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Exeter is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Paddington to Exeter.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 10m
£75–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
4h 59m
£41–107
Drive 168.8 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Exetercar 168.8 mi
3h 12m
£41–59
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
4h 38m
£173–385
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 22m
£73–171
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 4m
£104–216
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 21m
£230–476

Paddington to Exeter by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Paddington, 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 Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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