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 2m and costs £75 - £170.

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 55m.

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 2m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m 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 National Express, 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 2m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £90 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £150 - £430 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Big Ben to Exeter bus arrive?

Big Ben to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, 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 15m 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 1455+ 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 Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 2m
£79–162
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeterrideshare 169.7 mi
3h 56m
£15–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 55m
£18–86
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 57m
£154–421
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
3h 30m
£70–160
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 13m
£29–70
Drive 169.8 mi
1. Drive from Big Ben to Exetercar 169.8 mi
3h 15m
£42–61
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 15m
£106–276
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 51m
£239–674

Big Ben to Exeter by foot, subway, and train

175Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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 £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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