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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter is to drive which costs £130 - £200 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £260.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Exeter?

The distance between Aberdeen and Exeter is 465 miles. The road distance is 560.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 10h 22m and costs £330 - £460.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Aberdeen to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Exeter train from?

Aberdeen to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or fly from Aberdeen to Exeter?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs £130 - £340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £330 - £460 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Exeter is 561 miles. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Aberdeen to Exeter.

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

Book your Aberdeen to Exeter train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Exeter.

Aberdeen to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Exeter by plane, train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Exeter (EXT)plane ABZ - EXT
6h 5m
£137–331
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 52m
£103–256
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Exeter St Davidstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth
10h 22m
£330–460
Drive 557.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Exetercar 557.4 mi
9h 19m
£139–200
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 40m
£107–255
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 50m
£155–442
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 20m
£162–314
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
6h 32m
£119–322
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
14h 24m
£199–350

Aberdeen to Exeter by train

6Weekly Trains

10h 22mAverage Duration

£330Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Exeter.

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Distance: 461.9 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Exeter, England?

KLM, Loganair, and Aer Lingus fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Exeter (EXT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Aberdeen to Exeter St Davids 6 times a week. Tickets cost £330–460 and the journey takes 10h 22m.

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