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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Kent is to bus and train which costs £23 - £95 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Kent. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Lenham via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Exeter to Kent?

The distance between Exeter and Kent is 243 miles. The road distance is 213.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h and costs £80 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Exeter to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Kent is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Exeter to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Kent.

Exeter to Kent - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h
£84–156
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 59m
£23–93
Drive 212 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kentcar 212 mi
3h 39m
£52–75
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
6h 17m
£119–369
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 7m
£35–257
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 1m
£213–612
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 6m
£158–434

Exeter to Kent by train and subway

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Lenham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h.

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