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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Exeter is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Exeter is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £29 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Arle Court Transport Hub and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Exeter?

The distance between Cheltenham and Exeter is 120 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £29 - £180.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davids takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Exeter bus from?

Cheltenham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Exeter train from?

Cheltenham to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Exeter is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £29 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Exeter bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Exeter is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cheltenham to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Cheltenham to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Exeter by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St DavidsSheffield - Plymouth / ...
1h 50m
£29–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
3h 34m
£15–37
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Exeter113.2 mi
1h 53m
£29–41
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Filton Abbey WoodWorcester Foregate Street - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 45m
£37–50

Cheltenham to Exeter by train

119Weekly Trains

1h 50mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £29–180 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Bampfylde Street via Arle Court Transport Hub and Bus Station in around 3h 34m.

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