What is the cheapest way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £110 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Derby (Station) and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

The distance between Derby (Station) and Exeter is 207 miles. The road distance is 198.3 miles.

How do I travel from Derby (Station) to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

The train from Derby to Exeter St Davids takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Derby (Station) to Exeter train from?

Derby (Station) to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or fly from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

The best way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Derby (Station) to Exeter train arrive?

Derby (Station) to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby (Station) to Exeter is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Derby (Station) to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Derby (Station) to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Derby (Station) to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 19m
£110–160
Drive 197.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby (Station) to Exetercar 197.1 mi
3h 27m
£48–69
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 27m
£114–224
Fly from East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Exeter (EXT)plane EMA - EXT
6h 23m
£90–176

Derby (Station) to Exeter by train

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Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Derby (Station), England and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, Jet2.com, and two other airlines fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Exeter (EXT) 5 times a week.

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