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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 10h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs £95 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Exeter?

The distance between Carlisle and Exeter is 359 miles. The road distance is 348.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Carlisle to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Exeter bus from?

Carlisle to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Exeter?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Exeter is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Carlisle to Exeter bus arrive?

Carlisle to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Carlisle to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Exeter is 349 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Carlisle to Exeter.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Carlisle to Exeter - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Carlisle to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 29m
£62–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
10h 53m
£33–68
Drive 346.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Exeter346.7 mi
5h 37m
£85–123
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 9m
£97–295
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
9h 19m
£116–272
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
5h 58m
£47–167
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
5h 44m
£51–196
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
4h 57m
£97–261
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
5h 39m
£42–202
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
5h 5m
£96–346
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisbury
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Central
8h 18m
£118–286

Carlisle to Exeter by train

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6h 29mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 356.8 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Bampfylde Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 10h 53m.

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