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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chorley is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chorley is to fly and train which takes 3h 34m and costs £85 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Chorley via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chorley?

The distance between Exeter and Chorley is 278 miles. The road distance is 252.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chorley without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Exeter to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chorley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chorley train from?

Exeter to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Chorley?

The best way to get from Exeter to Chorley is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Exeter to Chorley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Chorley train arrive?

Exeter to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chorley is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Exeter to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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Exeter to Chorley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Chorley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 22m
£61–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUkn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
8h 58m
£16–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorley
8h 12m
£33–90
Drive 251.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Chorley251.2 mi
4h 13m
£62–89
Fly from Exeter, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorley
3h 34m
£87–281
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 49m
£89–178
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorley
5h 41m
£134–343
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorley
6h 14m
£102–222

Exeter to Chorley by train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Chorley via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Yarrow Gate via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bolton Interchange in around 8h 58m.

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