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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 13h 55m.

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 and costs £75 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

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 41m.

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 via Birmingham which takes 7h 30m and costs £70 - £320.

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter bus from?

Edinburgh to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter train from?

Edinburgh to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Exeter?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly which takes 4h and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can train via Birmingham, which costs £70 - £320 and takes 7h 30m, you could also bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter train arrive?

Edinburgh to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Exeter.

Edinburgh to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Exeter by plane, 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.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h
£76–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
13h 55m
£30–79
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 30m
£70–312
Drive 438.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Exetercar 438.4 mi
7h 29m
£106–153
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 37m
£40–134
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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 20m
£47–138
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 49m
£40–201
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 21m
£64–236
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 41m
£60–600

Edinburgh to Exeter by train

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 372.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 7h 30m.

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