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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Exeter is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs £90 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Wigan North Western and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Southport to Exeter?

The distance between Southport and Exeter is 271 miles. The road distance is 261.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Exeter without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 6h 21m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Southport to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Exeter train from?

Southport to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Southport to Exeter train arrive?

Southport to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southport to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Exeter is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Southport to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Exeter.

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There are 5 ways to get from Southport to Exeter by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 21m
£127–197
Drive 259.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southport to Exetercar 259.8 mi
4h 22m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southport to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 18m
£95–178
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 24m
£132–231
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 50m
£114–207

Southport to Exeter by train

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Distance: 269.6 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Southport to Exeter St Davids via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 21m.

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