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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to London is to rideshare which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter Central to London is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter Central and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Exeter Central to London?

The distance between Exeter Central and London is 174 miles. The road distance is 171.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter Central to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £75 - £160.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

Exeter Central to London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter Central to London?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to London is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £80 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Exeter Central to London bus arrive?

Exeter Central to London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Exeter Central to London train arrive?

Exeter Central to London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to London is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Exeter Central to London.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near London?

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Can I share a ride from Exeter Central to London?

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

Exeter Central to London - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter Central to London by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 22m
£75–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Londonrideshare 170.1 mi
3h 55m
£14–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
4h 48m
£17–80
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
5h 15m
£101–274
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
3h 20m
£65–160
Drive 170.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Londoncar 170.7 mi
3h 17m
£43–62

Exeter Central to London by foot and train

181Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–160 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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