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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Exeter is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 20m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Exeter. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Croydon to Exeter?

The distance between Croydon and Exeter is 189 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 20m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Croydon to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Exeter bus from?

Croydon to Exeter bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Exeter train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Exeter?

The best way to get from Croydon to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 20m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £230 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Croydon to Exeter bus arrive?

Croydon to Exeter bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Exeter is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Croydon to Exeter.

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 20m
£83–157
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Exetercar 172.4 mi
3h 23m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
6h 12m
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 28m
£95–228
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 59m
£72–153
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
7h 11m
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 25m
£232–481
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 42m
£201–432

Croydon to Exeter by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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