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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly and train which costs £70 - £190 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Exeter?

The distance between Edinburgh and Exeter is 375 miles. The road distance is 440.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs £220 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Edinburgh to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Exeter?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £220 - £340 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Exeter is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h 1m
£96–262
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 24m
£70–198
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 45m
£220–340
Drive 438.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Exetercar 438.4 mi
7h 29m
£109–158
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 43m
£72–182
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
4h 48m
£123–278
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 25m
£110–222
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
9h 55m
£146–300

Edinburgh to Exeter by train

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Distance: 372.6 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Exeter, England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) twice daily. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £220–340 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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