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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Leicester is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exeter and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Exeter to Leicester?

The distance between Exeter and Leicester is 205 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Exeter to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Leicester?

The best way to get from Exeter to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Exeter to Leicester bus arrive?

Exeter to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Leicester is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Exeter to Leicester.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Leicester 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
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 47m
£34–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
6h 20m
£17–30
Drive 186.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Leicestercar 186.1 mi
3h 20m
£45–65
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EXT - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
6h 26m
£85–231
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
6h 42m
£22–48

Exeter to Leicester by train

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Distance: 203.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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