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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Exeter is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £85 - £350.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Derby 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 to Exeter?

The distance between Derby and Exeter is 207 miles. The road distance is 198.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby 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 to Exeter?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Exeter bus from?

Derby to Exeter bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Derby station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Exeter?

The best way to get from Derby to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £85 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Derby to Exeter bus arrive?

Derby to Exeter bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Derby to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Exeter is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Derby to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Exeter.

Derby to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Derby 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
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby to Birmingham
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
5h 31m
£14–32
Drive 197.1 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Exeter197.1 mi
3h 24m
£50–71
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 to Exeter by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.6 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Derby, 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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham, Newhall St, and Bus Station in around 5h 31m.

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