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 £40 - £80 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £100.

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 Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

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 25m.

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 25m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m 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 25m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Blackpool to Exeter bus arrive?

Blackpool to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham 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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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Blackpool to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 25m
£111–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
9h 33m
£42–78
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Exetercar 274.7 mi
4h 43m
£68–98
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 50m
£155–420
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
£116–189
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 52m
£116–209
Train, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
3. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 40m
£110–271

Blackpool to Exeter by train

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Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 33m.

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