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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Gloucester is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Gloucester is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Transport Hub via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Exeter to Gloucester?

The distance between Exeter and Gloucester is 127 miles. The road distance is 107.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Exeter to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gloucester bus from?

Exeter to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Exeter to Gloucester is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Exeter to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Gloucester train arrive?

Exeter to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Gloucester is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Exeter to Gloucester.

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

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

Book your Exeter to Gloucester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

There are 1517+ hotels available in Gloucester.

Exeter to Gloucester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Gloucester 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 Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 4m
£60–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 100
4h 5m
£22–31
Drive 106.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Gloucestercar 106.7 mi
1h 51m
£26–38
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucestertrain Bristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2h 12m
£63–146
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gloucestertrain Plymouth - Leeds / ...
2h 31m
£65–190

Exeter to Gloucester by train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Gloucester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £55–160 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Transport Hub via Bus Station in around 4h 5m.

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