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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Backwell is to bus via Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride which costs £6 - £9 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Backwell is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £22 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Backwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Backwell. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Crossroads via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Backwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Nailsea & Backwell. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Backwell?

The distance between Exeter and Backwell is 69 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Backwell without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £22 - £29.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Nailsea & Backwell takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Backwell bus from?

Exeter to Backwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Backwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Backwell?

The best way to get from Exeter to Backwell is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £22 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £18 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Exeter to Backwell bus arrive?

Exeter to Backwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Backwell train arrive?

Exeter to Backwell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Nailsea & Backwell station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Backwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Backwell is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Exeter to Backwell.

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

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Where can I stay near Backwell?

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Exeter to Backwell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Backwell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Nailsea & BackwellExeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
1h 12m
£22–29
Bus via Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Cabot CircusFal
3h 22m
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2h 26m
£7–18
Drive 67.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Backwell67.6 mi
1h 14m
£17–25

Exeter to Backwell by train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Nailsea & Backwell every 2 hours. Tickets cost £22–29 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 2h. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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