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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Gloucester is to bus via Bristol which costs £11 - £40 and takes 3h 42m.

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 50m 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 Bampfylde Street and arriving at Transport Hub via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

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 once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Exeter to Gloucester?

The distance between Exeter and Gloucester is 115 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 1h 55m and costs £45 - £190.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Gloucester takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gloucester train from?

Exeter to Gloucester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 1h 55m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Exeter to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Gloucester is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m 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?

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Where can I stay near Gloucester?

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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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to GloucesterPlymouth - Gloucester / ...
1h 55m
£45–190
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Transport Hub100
3h 42m
£11–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Arle Court Transport Hub104
3h 25m
£26–57
Drive 106.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Gloucester106.7 mi
1h 50m
£27–39
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple MeadsPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to GloucesterBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2h 11m
£23–61

Exeter to Gloucester by train

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Gloucester once daily. Tickets cost £87–92 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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