What is the cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Ben to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Big Ben to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Big Ben and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Ben to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Big Ben and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Exeter Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Big Ben to Exeter?

The distance between Big Ben and Exeter is 179 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

How do I travel from Big Ben to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Big Ben to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Big Ben to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Exeter bus from?

Big Ben to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Exeter train from?

Big Ben to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train, bus or fly from Big Ben to Exeter?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 4m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £55 and takes 5h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £180 - £470 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Big Ben to Exeter bus arrive?

Big Ben to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Big Ben to Exeter train arrive?

Big Ben to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Big Ben to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Ben to Exeter is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Big Ben to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Big Ben to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1357+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Big Ben to Exeter?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Big Ben and Exeter. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Big Ben to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Big Ben to Exeter by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 4m
£57–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 34m
£13–51
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeter169.7 mi
3h 56m
£15–26
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
6h 29m
£186–462
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 30m
£16–80
Bus via Honiton Road P&R
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Honiton Road P&R501 / ...
5h 57m
£23–54
Drive 169.8 mi
1. Drive from Big Ben to Exeter169.8 mi
3h 13m
£43–61
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
5h 8m
£113–304
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
6h 3m
£151–458

Big Ben to Exeter by foot, subway, and train

170Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Big Ben, Greater London, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–35 and the journey takes 5h 6m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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