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

The cheapest way to get from Derby (Station) to Exeter is to train and bus via Bristol which costs £21 - £60 and takes 5h 14m.

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 £85 - £350.

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 £85 - £350.

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.

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 24m 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, bus, and car

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

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 Derby to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 19m
£85–350
Train, bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
5h 14m
£21–56
Drive 197.1 mi
1. Drive from Derby (Station) to Exeter197.1 mi
3h 24m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New StreetNottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street106 / ...
6h 23m
£25–67

Derby (Station) to Exeter by train

105Weekly Trains

3h 19mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.6 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 £85–350 and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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