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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Leicester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 18m.

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 18m and costs £45 - £70.

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 £50 - £170.

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 train from?

Exeter to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids 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 18m to drive from Exeter to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 952+ hotels available in Leicester.

Exeter to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Leicester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 47m
£51–161
Drive 186.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Leicester186.1 mi
3h 18m
£46–67
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EXT - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester
6h 34m
£94–226
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester
7h 3m
£96–180

Exeter to Leicester by train

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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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.

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