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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Exeter is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Exeter is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £29 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Bath to Exeter?

The distance between Bath and Exeter is 87 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £29 - £50.

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

The train from Bath Spa to Exeter St Davids takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bath to Exeter bus from?

Bath to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Westgate Buildings station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Exeter train from?

Bath to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Exeter?

The best way to get from Bath to Exeter is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bath to Exeter bus arrive?

Bath to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bath to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bath to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Exeter is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Bath to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Bath to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
1h 20m
£29–50
Train via Bristol Temple Meads
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 38m
£18–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
3h 7m
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Exeter78.1 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Bus via Public Transport Interchange
1. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Honiton Road P&RFal
3h 37m

Bath to Exeter by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bath Spa to Exeter St Davids once daily. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station in around 3h 7m.

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