What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to rideshare which costs £5 - £13 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £9 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter Central and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The distance between Exeter Central and Bristol is 76 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter Central to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £9 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Bristol bus from?

Exeter Central to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Bristol train from?

Exeter Central to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter Central to Bristol?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Bristol is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 10m and costs £9 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £18 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Exeter Central to Bristol bus arrive?

Exeter Central to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Exeter Central and Bristol?

Bristol is 1h behind Exeter Central. It is currently 2:36 PM in Exeter Central and 1:36 PM in Bristol.

Where does the Exeter Central to Bristol train arrive?

Exeter Central to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to Bristol is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Exeter Central to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter Central to Bristol?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Book your Exeter Central to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 1060+ hotels available in Bristol.

Can I share a ride from Exeter Central to Bristol?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter Central and Bristol. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Exeter Central to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter Central to Bristol by train, bus, rideshare, 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.

Train via Exeter St Davids
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
1h 10m
£9–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2h 38m
£4–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Bristolrideshare 75 mi
1h 58m
£5–13
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Exmouth - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 37m
£27–45
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Bristolcar 74.8 mi
1h 32m
£19–27

Exeter Central to Bristol by foot and train

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Exeter Central, England and Bristol, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £9–45 and the journey takes 57 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 2h 25m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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