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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Exeter is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stockport and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Buxton to Exeter?

The distance between Buxton and Exeter is 243 miles. The road distance is 218.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 29m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Buxton to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Exeter train from?

Buxton to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stockport station.

Where does the Buxton to Exeter train arrive?

Buxton to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Buxton to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Exeter is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Buxton to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Exeter.

Buxton to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Buxton to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 29m
£108–171
Drive 217.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buxton to Exetercar 217.6 mi
3h 54m
£54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 13m
£79–209
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 11m
£117–218

Buxton to Exeter by bus and train

82Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Exeter St Davids via Railway Station, Macclesfield, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 29m.

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