What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Victoria Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter Central and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Exeter and Elephant and Castle is 178 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Exeter to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Elephant and Castle train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Victoria Station, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £430 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Exeter to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Exeter to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Exeter to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Exeter to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Elephant and Castle is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Exeter to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Elephant and Castle?

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Exeter to Elephant and Castle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 34m
£59–121
Bus via Victoria Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London VictoriaUk049 / ...
5h 34m
£15–43
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Elephant and Castle171.2 mi
3h 17m
£43–62
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
4h 30m
£115–313
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 19m
£27–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
5h 39m
£16–45
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
5h 49m
£197–421
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
5h 9m
£155–465

Exeter to Elephant and Castle by train and subway

164Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £55–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 5h 5m. National Express also services this route 6 times a week.

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