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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Exeter is to train which costs £26 - £80 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Exeter is to train via Abbey Wood which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Home Gardens and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bexleyheath Clock Tower, New Cross Bus Garage and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Abbey Wood and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Dartford to Exeter?

The distance between Dartford and Exeter is 194 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Exeter without a car is to train via Abbey Wood which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Dartford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Exeter bus from?

Dartford to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Exeter train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Dartford to Exeter?

The best way to get from Dartford to Exeter is to train via Abbey Wood which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £190 - £600 and takes 6h, you could also bus, which costs £15 - £150 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Dartford to Exeter bus arrive?

Dartford to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Dartford to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Exeter is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Dartford to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Dartford to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dartford to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Abbey Wood
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 23m
£70–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
7h 17m
£15–141
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to ReadingElizabeth
2. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
6h 57m
£39–71
Drive 186.9 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Exeter186.9 mi
3h 47m
£46–66
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
6h
£195–562
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 58m
£26–79
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
6h 47m
£113–289
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
7h 6m
£148–394

Dartford to Exeter by train

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Distance: 193.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, British Airways, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT) twice daily.

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