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 £30 - £100 and takes 13h 51m.

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 7m and costs £40 - £160.

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 Strand, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

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 44m.

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 44m and costs £75 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m 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 44m and costs £75 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 13h 51m.

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

There are 10 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 7m
£44–157
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
13h 51m
£34–98
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 44m
£79–342
Drive 451.6 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Exeter451.6 mi
7h 36m
£113–162
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 21m
£108–250
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
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 16m
£52–160
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 55m
£74–269
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
6h 55m
£116–320
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 45m
£96–302
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 49m
£43–97

Ardrossan to Exeter by train

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Distance: 426.6 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Bampfylde Street via Strand, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h 51m.

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