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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Exeter St Davids via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Basildon to Exeter?

The distance between Basildon and Exeter is 202 miles. The road distance is 200.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Basildon to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Exeter train from?

Basildon to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Basildon to Exeter?

The best way to get from Basildon to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 7m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £440 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Basildon to Exeter train arrive?

Basildon to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Exeter is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Basildon to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Basildon to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Basildon to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 45m
£89–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Exeterbus Uk045 / ...
7h 7m
£32–74
Drive 199.4 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Exetercar 199.4 mi
4h 8m
£50–72
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 40m
£196–438
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 48m
£84–209
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 34m
£280–482
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 41m
£115–279

Basildon to Exeter by train and subway

173Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Exeter 4 times a day. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 5h.

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