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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Exeter Central via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

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

The distance between Portsmouth and Exeter (Station) is 138 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £120.

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

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

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

Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

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

Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 20m.

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

Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station)?

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

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Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h
£57–120
Drive 125.9 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Exeter (Station)car 125.9 mi
2h 29m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
6h 20m
£43–107

Portsmouth to Exeter (Station) by train and foot

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Exeter (Station) via Salisbury and Exeter Central in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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