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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to bus via Leeds which costs £30 - £100 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs £95 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The distance between Exeter and Edinburgh is 409 miles. The road distance is 441.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £65 - £600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Exeter to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £65 - £600. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 11h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Exeter to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Edinburgh is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Exeter to Edinburgh.

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

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

Book your Exeter to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Exeter to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Exeter to Edinburgh by train, plane, 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.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 14m
£57–150
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station
11h 51m
£34–97
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 40m
£65–600
Drive 438.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Edinburgh438.6 mi
7h 24m
£110–159
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
3h 41m
£98–234
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 4m
£62–210
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
6h 14m
£128–272
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 38m
£62–244
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
14h 15m
£35–94

Exeter to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 406.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–600 and the journey takes 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 51m.

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