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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Exeter is to bus which costs £16 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Eltham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Eltham to Exeter?

The distance between Eltham and Exeter is 185 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Eltham to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Exeter bus from?

Eltham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Exeter train from?

Eltham to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Eltham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Eltham to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £85 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £700 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Eltham to Exeter bus arrive?

Eltham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Eltham to Exeter train arrive?

Eltham to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Exeter is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Eltham to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 21m
£81–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
6h 40m
£17–84
Drive 178.8 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Exetercar 178.8 mi
3h 38m
£45–64
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 37m
£226–660
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 39m
£74–168
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 55m
£37–71
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 25m
£104–279
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 37m
£167–459

Eltham to Exeter by train and subway

175Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.4 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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