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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Watergate Street via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to Ellesmere?

The distance between Exeter and Ellesmere is 228 miles. The road distance is 189.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Exeter to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ellesmere bus from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Exeter to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Exeter to Ellesmere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Ellesmere is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Exeter to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 752+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Ellesmere by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 24m
£53–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
8h 45m
£23–56
Drive 188.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ellesmere188.2 mi
3h 54m
£47–68
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 35m
£70–165

Exeter to Ellesmere by train and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Watergate Street via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and The Gateway in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Watergate Street via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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