Best way to travel from Exeter to Aviemore in 2022

There are 11 ways to get from Exeter to Aviemore by train, plane, bus, night train or car

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Train to Bristol, fly to Inverness, train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
Fly from Bristol (BRS) to Inverness (INV)
Take the train from Inverness to Aviemore

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Bus

Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol City Centre
Take the bus from Bristol Bond St to Dunbar Asda Spott Rd
Take the bus from Dunbar Asda to Edinburgh, Princes Street
Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Aviemore Train Station

Fly Exeter to Edinburgh, train

Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh (EDI)
Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Stirling
Take the train from Stirling to Aviemore

Train to Bristol, fly to Edinburgh, train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
Fly from Bristol (BRS) to Edinburgh (EDI)
Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Stirling
Take the train from Stirling to Aviemore

Fly Exeter to Glasgow, train

Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Glasgow (GLA)
Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
Take the train from Perth to Aviemore

Train to Bristol, fly to Glasgow, train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
Fly from Bristol (BRS) to Glasgow (GLA)
Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
Take the train from Perth to Aviemore

Train to Bristol, fly to Aberdeen, train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
Fly from Bristol (BRS) to Aberdeen (ABZ)
Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
Take the train from Inverness to Aviemore

Train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh
Take the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore

Train via Preston

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
Take the train from Haymarket to Aviemore

Train, night train

Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
Take the night train from Crewe to Aviemore

Drive

Drive from Exeter to Aviemore

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Exeter to Aviemore by train

39 Weekly Trains

11h 35m Average Duration

£230 Cheapest Price

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Exeter → Aviemore

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Am I allowed to travel from Exeter to Aviemore?

Yes, travel within United Kingdom is currently allowed.

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What are the travel restrictions in Aviemore?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are recommended
Nationwide control measures in place
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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Aviemore?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Aviemore is 111.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Aviemore?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Aviemore is subject to regional advice.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Aviemore?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 111.

Last updated: 29 Jun 2022
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Questions & Answers

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

The most affordable way to get from Exeter to Aviemore is to bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 13h 26m.

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

The quickest way to get from Exeter to Aviemore is to train and fly which costs £65 - £340 and takes 6h 30m.

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Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Aviemore Train Station via Bristol Bond St, Dunbar Asda and Edinburgh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 26m.

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Is there a direct train between Exeter and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Aviemore via Edinburgh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

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How far is it from Exeter to Aviemore?

The distance between Exeter and Aviemore is 450 miles. The road distance is 564.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Aviemore without a car is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs £230 - £700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Exeter to Aviemore, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Exeter to Aviemore bus from?

Exeter to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

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Where do I catch the Exeter to Aviemore train from?

Exeter to Aviemore train services, operated by CrossCountry, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

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Train or bus from Exeter to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Exeter to Aviemore is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs £230 - £700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 13h 26m.

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Distance: 449.8 miles
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Exeter to Aviemore via Edinburgh in around 11h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Aviemore via Bristol Bond St, Dunbar Asda, Edinburgh, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Bus Station in around 13h 26m.

Airlines

easyJet

Website: easyjet.com

Flights from Bristol to Inverness

Ave. Duration: 1h 30m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £26 - £170

Flights from Bristol to Edinburgh

Ave. Duration: 1h 13m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £35 - £230

Flights from Bristol to Edinburgh via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 3h 5m
When: Tuesday
Estimated price: £35 - £230

Flights from Bristol to Glasgow

Ave. Duration: 1h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £26 - £150

Flights from Bristol to Glasgow via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 3h 7m
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price: £26 - £150

Loganair

Website: loganair.co.uk

Flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Ave. Duration: 1h 20m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £100 - £470

Flights from Exeter to Glasgow

Ave. Duration: 1h 25m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: £110 - £490

Flights from Bristol to Aberdeen

Ave. Duration: 1h 30m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: £150 - £480

KLM

Website: klm.com

Flights from Bristol to Aberdeen via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 4h
When: Every day
Estimated price: £170 - £800

Train operators

CrossCountry

Phone: 0344 736 9123
Email: customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads

Ave. Duration: 57 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £40 - £140
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Anytime Day: £40 - £55
Anytime Day 1st Class: £100 - £140

Train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh

Ave. Duration: 7h 35m
Frequency: Every 4 hours
Estimated price: £210 - £490
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Anytime Day: £210 - £250
Anytime Day 1st Class: £350 - £490

Train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street

Ave. Duration: 2h 29m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £75 - £220
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Anytime Day: £75 - £95
Anytime Day 1st Class: £150 - £220

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Seats in the 1st class

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Bristol Temple Meads

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First Great Western Service

Phone: +44 3457 000 125
Email: gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website: gwr.com

Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads

Ave. Duration: 1h 22m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £28 - £35
Website: First Great Western Service

Anytime Day: £28 - £35
Anytime Day 1st Class: £45 - £65

Train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central

Ave. Duration: 2h 28m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: £40 - £55
Website: First Great Western Service

Anytime Day: £40 - £55
Anytime Day 1st Class: £70 - £95

Standard class

Pentagram

Train at London Paddington

First ScotRail Service

Phone: +44 344 811 0141
Email: customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website: scotrail.co.uk

Train from Inverness to Aviemore

Ave. Duration: 39 min
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: £7 - £22
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £7 - £12
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £17 - £22

Train from Edinburgh Park to Stirling

Ave. Duration: 43 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £7 - £20
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £7 - £11
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £15 - £20

Train from Stirling to Aviemore

Ave. Duration: 2h 18m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: £24 - £75
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £24 - £35
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £55 - £75

Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth

Ave. Duration: 1h 14m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £13 - £40
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £13 - £20
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £30 - £40

Train from Perth to Aviemore

Ave. Duration: 1h 41m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: £17 - £55
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £17 - £25
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £40 - £55

Train from Dyce to Inverness

Ave. Duration: 2h 6m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: £21 - £65
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £21 - £35
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £50 - £65

Train from Edinburgh to Aviemore

Ave. Duration: 3h
Frequency: 5 times a day
Estimated price: £30 - £100
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £30 - £50
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £75 - £100

Train from Haymarket to Aviemore

Ave. Duration: 2h 54m
Frequency: 5 times a day
Estimated price: £30 - £95
Website: First ScotRail Service

Anytime Day Single: £30 - £50
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £75 - £95

LNER

Website: lner.co.uk