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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Derby is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Derby is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Exeter to Derby?

The distance between Exeter and Derby is 205 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £170.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Derby takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Derby?

The best way to get from Exeter to Derby is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Derby bus arrive?

Exeter to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Exeter to Derby train arrive?

Exeter to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Derby is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Exeter to Derby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Exeter to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Derby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
3h 9m
£35–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 134 / ...
6h 50m
£20–52
Drive 197.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Derbycar 197.6 mi
3h 25m
£48–68
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
4h 25m
£76–315

Exeter to Derby by train

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £35–170 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 50m.

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