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

The cheapest way to get from Chichester to Exeter is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chichester to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chichester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Chichester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Market and arriving at Bampfylde Street via North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Chichester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Chichester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Chichester and arriving at Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Chichester to Exeter?

The distance between Chichester and Exeter is 146 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chichester to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Chichester to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chichester to Exeter bus from?

Chichester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Market station.

Where do I catch the Chichester to Exeter train from?

Chichester to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.

Train or bus from Chichester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Chichester to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £100 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Chichester to Exeter bus arrive?

Chichester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Chichester to Exeter train arrive?

Chichester to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Chichester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Chichester to Exeter is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Chichester to Exeter.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chichester to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chichester to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 22m
£41–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market to North Terminal Bus Station206
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
6h 36m
£27–100
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Chichester to Exeter137.7 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Fareham to Westbury (Wilts)Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 49m
£87–157

Chichester to Exeter by train

110Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chichester to Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market to Bampfylde Street via North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 36m.

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