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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Exeter is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Exeter station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Dorset to Exeter?

The distance between Dorset and Exeter is 65 miles. The road distance is 58.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Exeter without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 51m and costs £13 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Dorset to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Exeter bus from?

Dorset to Exeter bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Exeter train from?

Dorset to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Upwey station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Exeter?

The best way to get from Dorset to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Dorset to Exeter bus arrive?

Dorset to Exeter bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Exeter train arrive?

Dorset to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Exeter is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Dorset to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Exeter by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
4h 51m
£14–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
5h 54m
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 55m
£38–76
Drive 58.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Exetercar 58.4 mi
1h 20m
£15–22

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Distance: 64.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Exeter St Davids via South Station, Dorchester South, Upwey, and Castle Cary in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 5h 54m.

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