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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Frome is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Frome is to train which takes 1h and costs £35 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Frome?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Frome. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Memorial Theatre Complex via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Frome?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Frome. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Exeter to Frome?

The distance between Exeter and Frome is 72 miles. The road distance is 71.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Frome without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £35 - £75.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Frome takes 1h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Frome bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Frome train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Frome?

The best way to get from Exeter to Frome is to train which takes 1h and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Exeter to Frome bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Frome train arrive?

Exeter to Frome train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Frome station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Frome?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Frome is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Exeter to Frome.

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

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Where can I stay near Frome?

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Exeter to Frome - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 57 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Frome by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to FromePlymouth - London Paddington / ...
1h
£35–75
Drive 70.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Frome70.9 mi
1h 28m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Memorial Theatre ComplexD2 / ...
4h 2m
Train via Castle Cary
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle CaryTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to FromeWeymouth - Gloucester / ...
1h 47m
£42–52
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Gillingham (Dorset)Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Market Place57
2h 56m

Exeter to Frome by train

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Distance: 72 mi
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What companies run services between Exeter, England and Frome, Somerset, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Frome twice daily. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Memorial Theatre Complex via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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