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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Charlestown is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Charlestown is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Old Chapel via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Exeter to Charlestown?

The distance between Exeter and Charlestown is 92 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Charlestown without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Exeter to Charlestown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Charlestown bus from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Charlestown?

The best way to get from Exeter to Charlestown is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Exeter to Charlestown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Charlestown is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Exeter to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Charlestown.

Exeter to Charlestown - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Exeter to Charlestown by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Austelltrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
2h 30m
£49–117
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Charlestowncar 73.4 mi
1h 22m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 504
3h 26m
£21–28

Exeter to Charlestown by train and bus

155Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.6 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Charlestown, Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to St Austell hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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