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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Lancaster is to bus which costs £27 - £80 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Lancaster is to fly and train which takes 4h 9m and costs £85 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Common Garden Street via Bus Station, Newhall St and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Lancaster via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Exeter to Lancaster?

The distance between Exeter and Lancaster is 290 miles. The road distance is 282.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Lancaster without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 21m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Exeter to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Lancaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Exeter to Lancaster is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 21m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Exeter to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Lancaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Lancaster is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Exeter to Lancaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

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Exeter to Lancaster - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Lancaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 21m
£59–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Underpass
9h 49m
£27–79
Drive 280.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Lancaster280.9 mi
4h 34m
£69–99
Fly Exeter to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancaster
4h 9m
£87–299
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
7h 51m
£98–218
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancaster
6h 4m
£106–311
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
6h 28m
£63–200
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancaster
6h 49m
£105–240

Exeter to Lancaster by train

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Distance: 288.2 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Lancaster via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Common Garden Street via Bus Station, Newhall St, and Underpass in around 9h 49m.

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