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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter is to fly and train which costs £70 - £180 and takes 5h 18m.

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 18m and costs £70 - £180.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs £200 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Ardrossan to Exeter, including transfers.

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 fly from Ardrossan to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 9h 46m and costs £200 - £330. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £110 - £270 and takes 6h 5m.

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 41m to drive from Ardrossan to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 18m
£72–178
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
9h 46m
£201–329
Drive 451.6 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Exetercar 451.6 mi
7h 41m
£110–159
Fly Glasgow Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Exeter (EXT)plane GLA - EXT
6h 5m
£119–269
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
6h 2m
£95–251
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 25m
£80–190
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 3m
£129–242
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
7h 39m
£98–281
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 45m
£304–434
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
14h 9m
£198–365

Ardrossan to Exeter by train

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Distance: 426.6 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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 46m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, KLM, and three other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Exeter (EXT) twice daily.

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