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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Exeter Central is to rideshare which costs £6 - £12 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Exeter Central is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Exeter Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Exeter Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Bristol to Exeter Central?

The distance between Bristol and Exeter Central is 76 miles. The road distance is 76.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Exeter Central without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £45.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Bristol to Exeter Central bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Exeter Central?

The best way to get from Bristol to Exeter Central is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £18 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Bristol to Exeter Central bus arrive?

Bristol to Exeter Central bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

What is the time difference between Bristol and Exeter Central?

Exeter Central is 1h ahead of Bristol. It is currently 8:27 AM in Bristol and 9:27 AM in Exeter Central.

Where does the Bristol to Exeter Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Exeter Central is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Bristol to Exeter Central.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Exeter Central?

Book your Bristol to Exeter Central bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

There are 750+ hotels available in Exeter Central.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Exeter Central?

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

Bristol to Exeter Central - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Exeter Central by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Exeter St Davids
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 15m
£7–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
2h 38m
£4–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Exeterrideshare 75.4 mi
1h 58m
£6–12
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter Centraltrain Bristol Temple Meads - Exmouth
1h 28m
£30–45
Drive 75.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Exeter Centralcar 75.7 mi
1h 30m
£19–27

Bristol to Exeter Central by train and foot

251Weekly Services

1h 15mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Bristol, 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 1h 2m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 2h 25m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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