What is the cheapest way to get from South West to London?

The cheapest way to get from South West to London is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from South West to London?

The fastest way to get from South West to London is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between South West and London?

No, there is no direct bus from South West to London. However, there are services departing from Phone Box and arriving at London Victoria via Exeter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between South West and London?

No, there is no direct train from South West to London. However, there are services departing from Crediton and arriving at London Paddington via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from South West to London?

The distance between South West and London is 183 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

How do I travel from South West to London without a car?

The best way to get from South West to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from South West to London?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from South West to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South West to London bus from?

South West to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the South West to London train from?

South West to London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train, bus or fly from South West to London?

The best way to get from South West to London is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 7h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £260 - £550 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the South West to London bus arrive?

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

Where does the South West to London train arrive?

South West to London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from South West to London?

Yes, the driving distance between South West to London is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from South West to London.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 21167+ hotels available in London.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 57m
£88–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Victoriabus Uk045 / ...
7h 1m
£22–55
Drive 174.1 mi
1. Drive from South West to Londoncar 174.1 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Fly
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
4h 25m
£268–524
Line 678 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phone Box to Clifton Placebus 678
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
5h 15m

South West to London by bus

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between South West, England and London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to London Victoria every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 5h 5m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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