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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Dawlish is to line 2 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Dawlish is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lower Summerlands and arriving at Lanherne. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Exeter to Dawlish?

The distance between Exeter and Dawlish is 12 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £25.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlish takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dawlish bus from?

Exeter to Dawlish bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Lower Summerlands station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Exeter to Dawlish is to train which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Exeter to Dawlish bus arrive?

Exeter to Dawlish bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Lanherne station.

Where does the Exeter to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Dawlish is 13 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Exeter to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Exeter to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
26 min
£6–25
Line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Summerlands to Lanhernebus 2
53 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Dawlishtaxi 12.9 mi
24 min
£75–95
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Dawlishcar 12.9 mi
24 min
£4–5

Exeter to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlish every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 26 min. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Lower Summerlands to Lanherne every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 53 min.

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