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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 28m and costs £85 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Exeter. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Exeter via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Exeter?

The distance between Blackpool and Exeter is 286 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 12m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Blackpool to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Exeter bus from?

Blackpool to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Exeter train from?

Blackpool to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Exeter?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Exeter is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 12m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Blackpool to Exeter bus arrive?

Blackpool to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Exeter train arrive?

Blackpool to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Exeter is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Blackpool to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Blackpool to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 12m
£126–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
9h 44m
£32–85
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Exetercar 274.7 mi
4h 43m
£69–99
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 28m
£90–285
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 27m
£149–224
Train #2
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 53m
£134–239

Blackpool to Exeter by train

102Weekly Trains

6h 12mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Exeter St Davids via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Exeter via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 44m.

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