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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs £100 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Darlington to Exeter?

The distance between Darlington and Exeter is 338 miles. The road distance is 325.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £140 - £430.

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

The train from Darlington to Exeter St Davids takes 5h 38m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Exeter bus from?

Darlington to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Exeter train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darlington to Exeter?

The best way to get from Darlington to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £140 - £430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £140 - £800 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Darlington to Exeter bus arrive?

Darlington to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Exeter is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Darlington to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 38m
£140–430
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station591 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
8h 38m
£32–75
Drive 323.7 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Exeter323.7 mi
5h 23m
£82–118
Fly Durham Tees Valley Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Exeter (EXT)MME - EXT
9h 17m
£144–757
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
9h 44m
£114–241
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington 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
5h
£46–169
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
3h 54m
£101–208
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
5h 25m
£105–368
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
6h 19m
£124–401

Darlington to Exeter by train

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Distance: 336.2 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £140–430 and the journey takes 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 38m.

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