What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Exeter is to subway and bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 13h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Exeter is to subway and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs £95 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Interchange and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Exeter. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from South Shields to Exeter?

The distance between South Shields and Exeter is 331 miles. The road distance is 360.6 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £170 - £260.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from South Shields to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Exeter bus from?

South Shields to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Exeter train from?

South Shields to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Exeter?

The best way to get from South Shields to Exeter is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £170 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the South Shields to Exeter bus arrive?

South Shields to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the South Shields to Exeter train arrive?

South Shields to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Exeter is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from South Shields to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Exeter.

South Shields to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from South Shields to Exeter by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

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Subway to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
best
1. Take the subway from South Shields to South Gosforthsubway
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
3h 53m
£99–203
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Taunton BP Garagebus
3. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Exeterbus
13h 10m
£43–72
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 37m
£174–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
12h 21m
£50–109
Drive 358.5 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Exetercar 358.5 mi
6h 5m
£89–129
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 58m
£66–158
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
6h 1m
£131–367
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 16m
£133–435

South Shields to Exeter by subway and train

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Distance: 328.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Bampfylde Street via Interchange and London Victoria in around 12h 21m.

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