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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Exeter is to bus which costs £21 - £65 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Institute Road and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Chatham to Exeter?

The distance between Chatham and Exeter is 212 miles. The road distance is 208.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Chatham to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Exeter bus from?

Chatham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Chatham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Chatham to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £65 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Chatham to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chatham to Exeter train arrive?

Chatham to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Exeter is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Chatham to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chatham to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to London VictoriaDover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 48m
£67–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
8h 32m
£22–63
Drive 207.7 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Exeter207.7 mi
3h 36m
£53–76
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
6h 46m
£205–508
Train via London
1. Take the train from Chatham to London VictoriaDover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 6m
£29–245
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
5h 41m
£120–361
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
6h 28m
£170–516

Chatham to Exeter by train and subway

170Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Exeter St Davids via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Institute Road to Bampfylde Street via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 32m.

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