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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cambridge is to bus which costs £21 - £100 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Cambridge via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cambridge?

The distance between Exeter and Cambridge is 232 miles. The road distance is 223.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Exeter to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £100 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Exeter to Cambridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cambridge is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Exeter to Cambridge.

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

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Exeter to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Cambridge by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to CambridgeLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 22m
£73–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parkside727 / ...
6h 29m
£21–98
Drive 221.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cambridge221.8 mi
3h 52m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to CambridgeBrighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 49m
£79–147
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to WokingExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Parkside727 / ...
6h 51m
£64–131

Exeter to Cambridge by train and subway

198Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 230.8 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cambridge via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 29m.

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