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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Exeter Central is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Exeter Central is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £14 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Exeter Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Exeter Central. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Exeter Central?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Exeter Central. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Bath to Exeter Central?

The distance between Bath and Exeter Central is 88 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Exeter Central without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £14 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Bath to Exeter Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Exeter Central bus from?

Bath to Exeter Central bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Exeter Central train from?

Bath to Exeter Central train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bath to Exeter Central?

The best way to get from Bath to Exeter Central is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £14 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Bath to Exeter Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bath to Exeter Central train arrive?

Bath to Exeter Central train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bath to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Exeter Central is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Bath to Exeter Central.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

There are 1349+ hotels available in Exeter Central.

Bath to Exeter Central - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Exeter Central by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St DavidsSheffield - Plymouth / ...
1h 43m
£14–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
3h 23m
Drive 78.7 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Exeter Central78.7 mi
1h 44m
£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 40m
£29–52

Bath to Exeter Central by train and foot

243Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.3 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £7–45 and the journey takes 57 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Exeter Central via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street in around 3h 23m.

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