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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter is to bus which costs £75 - £160 and takes 15h 32m.

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 43m and costs £100 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall Street and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

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 23m.

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 23m and costs £330 - £460.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Aberdeen to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Exeter bus from?

Aberdeen to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Exeter train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Exeter?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Exeter is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs £130 - £290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £330 - £460 and takes 10h 23m, you could also bus, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Exeter bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

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?

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Exeter.

Aberdeen to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Aberdeen to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Aberdeen Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Exeter (EXT)plane ABZ - EXT
5h 48m
£137–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
15h 32m
£75–152
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Exeter St Davidstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth
10h 23m
£330–460
Drive 557.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Exetercar 557.4 mi
9h 19m
£138–199
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 43m
£107–310
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 22m
£129–315
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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
7h 2m
£119–284
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 49m
£156–552
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 22m
£162–334
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
£204–354

Aberdeen to Exeter by train

6Weekly Trains

10h 23mAverage Duration

£330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 462 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

KLM, Aer Lingus, and Loganair fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Exeter (EXT) twice daily. 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 23m.

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