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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Guildford is to rideshare which costs £13 - £17 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Guildford is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Guildford station via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Guildford via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Exeter to Guildford?

The distance between Exeter and Guildford is 164 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Guildford without a car is to train via Reading which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Exeter to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Guildford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Guildford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Guildford?

The best way to get from Exeter to Guildford is to train via Reading which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £130 - £460 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Exeter to Guildford bus arrive?

Exeter to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Guildford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Guildford is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Exeter to Guildford.

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

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Where can I stay near Guildford?

There are 922+ hotels available in Guildford.

Can I share a ride from Exeter to Guildford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter and Guildford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Exeter to Guildford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Guildford by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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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 GuildfordReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2h 46m
£49–173
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Guildford147.6 mi
3h 17m
£13–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationRa2
5h 2m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Guildford
4h 54m
£111–294
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to WokingExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 25m
£60–91
Drive 146.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Guildford146.7 mi
2h 40m
£37–54
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
6h 4m
£136–454

Exeter to Guildford by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Guildford via Reading in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Guildford station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 5h 2m.

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