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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Glasgow is to bus which costs £26 - £90 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Glasgow is to fly and bus which takes 3h 51m and costs £80 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Exeter to Glasgow?

The distance between Exeter and Glasgow is 412 miles. The road distance is 443 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Glasgow without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 31m and costs £60 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Exeter to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Glasgow bus from?

Exeter to Glasgow bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Glasgow train from?

Exeter to Glasgow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Exeter to Glasgow is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 31m and costs £60 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £90 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Exeter to Glasgow bus arrive?

Exeter to Glasgow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Glasgow train arrive?

Exeter to Glasgow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Glasgow is 443 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Exeter to Glasgow.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Glasgow?

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

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

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
best
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
4h
£41–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
12h 3m
£27–88
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Centraltrain
7h 31m
£64–331
Drive 440.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Glasgowcar 440.4 mi
7h 13m
£108–156
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3h 51m
£82–247
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
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
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4h 48m
£52–153
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 15m
£51–227
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow 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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
5h 56m
£62–213
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 48m
£45–290
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
13h 10m
£29–83

Exeter to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 409.4 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Stafford in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Buchanan Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 12h 3m.

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