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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Exeter is to bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Exeter?

The distance between Canterbury and Exeter is 247 miles. The road distance is 230.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Canterbury to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Exeter train from?

Canterbury to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Exeter?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Canterbury to Exeter bus arrive?

Canterbury to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Exeter train arrive?

Canterbury to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Exeter is 230 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Canterbury to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Canterbury to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Canterbury to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 46m
£76–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
7h 49m
£20–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to ExeterUkn49
7h 12m
£35–106
Drive 229 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Exeter229 mi
3h 54m
£57–82
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
6h 9m
£132–346
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 55m
£33–147
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
7h 10m
£201–513
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
7h 2m
£166–481

Canterbury to Exeter by train and subway

132Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Exeter St Davids via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 49m.

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