What is the cheapest way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 47m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Covent Garden and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Covent Garden to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Savoy Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Covent Garden and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Exeter Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Covent Garden to Exeter?

The distance between Covent Garden and Exeter is 176 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

How do I travel from Covent Garden to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 47m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Covent Garden to Exeter?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Covent Garden to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Covent Garden to Exeter bus from?

Covent Garden to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Covent Garden to Exeter train from?

Covent Garden to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Covent Garden to Exeter?

The best way to get from Covent Garden to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 47m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £430 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Covent Garden to Exeter bus arrive?

Covent Garden to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Covent Garden to Exeter train arrive?

Covent Garden to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Covent Garden to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Covent Garden to Exeter is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Covent Garden to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Covent Garden to Exeter?

Book your Covent Garden to Exeter train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Covent Garden to Exeter?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Covent Garden and Exeter. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Covent Garden to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Covent Garden to Exeter by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 47m
£63–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 30m
£13–51
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Honiton Road P&R501 / ...
5h 30m
£30–53
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeter169.7 mi
3h 46m
£15–26
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
6h 24m
£196–421
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 17m
£27–100
Drive 170.4 mi
1. Drive from Covent Garden to Exeter170.4 mi
3h 15m
£43–62
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4h 59m
£112–323
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
5h 31m
£159–454

Covent Garden to Exeter by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Covent Garden, Greater London, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Honiton Road P&R hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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