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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Leigh is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Leigh is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Salford Crescent Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Exeter to Leigh?

The distance between Exeter and Leigh is 261 miles. The road distance is 240.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Leigh without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 43m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Exeter to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Leigh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Leigh?

The best way to get from Exeter to Leigh is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 43m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Exeter to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Leigh is 240 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Exeter to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3369+ hotels available in Leigh.

Exeter to Leigh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Leigh 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 Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North WesternRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
5h 43m
£64–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
7h 14m
£16–53
Drive 239 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Leigh239 mi
3h 53m
£60–87
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willows
4h 6m
£86–294
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester PiccadillyPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 6m
£85–400
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 3m
£94–165

Exeter to Leigh by train and bus

80Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Leigh Town Hall via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Salford Crescent Rail Station in around 7h 14m.

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