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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chelsea is to rideshare which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chelsea is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chelsea?

The distance between Exeter and Chelsea is 173 miles. The road distance is 169 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chelsea without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £110.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chelsea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chelsea train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Chelsea?

The best way to get from Exeter to Chelsea is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 4h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £110 - £290 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Exeter to Chelsea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Chelsea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Chelsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chelsea is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Exeter to Chelsea.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Chelsea?

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Where can I stay near Chelsea?

There are 20293+ hotels available in Chelsea.

Can I share a ride from Exeter to Chelsea?

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

Exeter to Chelsea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Chelsea by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2h 12m
£25–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals404 / ...
4h 50m
£13–45
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to London170.1 mi
3h 47m
£14–24
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
4h 16m
£111–282
Drive 168 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Chelsea168 mi
3h 6m
£42–60
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
5h 55m
£187–462
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
5h 13m
£135–399

Exeter to Chelsea by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. South Western Railway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 4h 50m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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