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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Crossroads and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Ellesmere to Exeter?

The distance between Ellesmere and Exeter is 228 miles. The road distance is 192.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ellesmere to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere to Exeter bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ellesmere to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Ellesmere to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ellesmere to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere to Exeter is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Ellesmere to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1367+ hotels available in Exeter.

Ellesmere to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 501 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 15m
£101–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
8h 45m
£39–96
Drive 191.2 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere to Exetercar 191.2 mi
3h 55m
£48–69
Line 501 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Crossroads to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
6h 7m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 45m
£91–164

Ellesmere to Exeter by bus and train

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5h 15mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Ellesmere, Shropshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Crossroads to Exeter St Davids via Bus Station, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Crossroads to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 45m.

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