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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Exeter is to train and fly which costs £75 - £240 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs £75 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Elgin to Exeter?

The distance between Elgin and Exeter is 519 miles. The road distance is 600.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 12h 52m and costs £360 - £550.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Elgin to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Exeter train from?

Elgin to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Where does the Elgin to Exeter train arrive?

Elgin to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Exeter is 601 miles. It takes approximately 10h 24m to drive from Elgin to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1462+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Elgin to Exeter by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Exeter
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Exeter (EXT)plane ABZ - EXT
7h 25m
£131–326
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 32m
£76–234
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Exeter St Davidstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth
12h 52m
£361–524
Drive 597.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Exetercar 597.1 mi
10h 24m
£145–210
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Exeter (EXT)plane INV - EXT
6h 49m
£156–320
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 3m
£111–270
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 44m
£166–329
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
8h 48m
£148–378
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
14h 56m
£238–483

Elgin to Exeter by train

6Weekly Trains

14h 56mAverage Duration

£238Cheapest Price

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Distance: 516.5 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Exeter St Davids via Aberdeen in around 12h 52m.

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