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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Exeter is to bus which costs £27 - £80 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Exeter is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Exeter?

The distance between Cumbria and Exeter is 350 miles. The road distance is 333.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Cumbria to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Exeter bus from?

Cumbria to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Exeter?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Exeter is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Cumbria to Exeter bus arrive?

Cumbria to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Exeter is 333 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Cumbria to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1335+ hotels available in Exeter.

Cumbria to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cumbria to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Penrith North Lakes to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 38m
£64–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
12h 13m
£27–75
Drive 331.4 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Exeter331.4 mi
5h 26m
£81–117
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
6h 30m
£98–271
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
10h 22m
£133–267
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 24m
£53–187
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
6h 10m
£104–341
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
7h 1m
£117–371
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 30m
£66–282

Cumbria to Exeter by bus and train

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7h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.7 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Exeter St Davids via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Bampfylde Street via Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 13m.

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