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 £45 - £110 and takes 12h 57m.

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 37m and costs £90 - £230.

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 Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 57m.

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 375 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 £250 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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 National Express, 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 fly which takes 3h 37m and costs £90 - £230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £250 - £360 and takes 7h 40m, you could also bus via Leeds, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 57m.

Where does the Exeter to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Exeter to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, 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 29m 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?

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Exeter to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
3h 37m
£93–224
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
12h 57m
£45–104
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 40m
£250–360
Drive 438.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Edinburghcar 438.6 mi
7h 29m
£108–156
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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
4h 23m
£81–187
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
5h 9m
£76–232
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 40m
£125–328
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
6h 14m
£132–298
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 49m
£183–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
14h 5m
£91–223

Exeter to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 372.5 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £250–360 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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