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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Dunbar is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Dunbar is to fly and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £90 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at High Street via Bus Station, Leeds York Street and Dunbar Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Dunbar. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Exeter to Dunbar?

The distance between Exeter and Dunbar is 404 miles. The road distance is 447.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £190 - £650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Exeter to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Exeter to Dunbar is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £190 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Exeter to Dunbar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Dunbar is 447 miles. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Exeter to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

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Exeter to Dunbar - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Exeter to Dunbar by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
4h 18m
£93–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds York Street to Dunbar Asda Spott Rdbus
12h 8m
£31–76
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dunbartrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
7h 23m
£190–650
Drive 444.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Dunbarcar 444.8 mi
7h 40m
£108–156
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
5h 17m
£59–159
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Dunbartrain
4h 55m
£98–263
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
5h 54m
£65–214
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Dunbartrain
5h 54m
£57–184
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
7h 18m
£131–252
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Dunbartrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
8h 2m
£82–594
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to High Streetbus X7
11h 11m
£113–305

Exeter to Dunbar by train

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7h 23mAverage Duration

£190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.9 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Dunbar, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Dunbar 3 times a day. Tickets cost £190–650 and the journey takes 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to High Street via Bus Station, Leeds York Street, and Dunbar Asda in around 12h 8m.

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