What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which costs £26 - £85 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Exeter and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 190 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus from?

Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train from?

Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The best way to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train via Reading which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £75 and takes 5h 7m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £280 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus arrive?

Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train arrive?

Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

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Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to ReadingTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
3h 36m
£63–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
5h 7m
£23–70
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal172.5 mi
3h 22m
£44–63
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3h 52m
£98–274
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 37m
£26–85
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airport
5h 57m
£174–481

Exeter to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Gatwick Airport South Terminal, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Gatwick Airport via Reading in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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