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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 5h and costs £45 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Exeter?

The distance between Ardrossan and Exeter is 429 miles. The road distance is 454.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 9h 38m and costs £85 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Ardrossan to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Exeter bus from?

Ardrossan to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Exeter train from?

Ardrossan to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 9h 38m and costs £85 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Exeter bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Exeter train arrive?

Ardrossan to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Exeter is 454 miles. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Ardrossan to Exeter.

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

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Ardrossan to Exeter - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

There are 11 ways to get from Ardrossan to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
5h
£45–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
12h 50m
£35–90
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
9h 38m
£86–301
Drive 451.6 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Exeter451.6 mi
7h 36m
£113–163
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 26m
£111–248
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 21m
£51–169
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
6h 45m
£86–269
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Paddington Station
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
7h 11m
£107–294
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisbury
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Central
7h 27m
£77–271
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow CentralArdrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 49m
£96–221
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
14h 52m
£44–101

Ardrossan to Exeter by train

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Distance: 426.6 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Bampfylde Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 50m.

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