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 £24 - £65 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Leigh is to fly and line 582 bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £75 - £270.

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 Exeter and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

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 39m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m 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 Exeter 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 39m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Exeter to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Leigh is 240 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Exeter to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3557+ hotels available in Leigh.

Exeter to Leigh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 582 bus

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 Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain Rugby - Preston / ...
5h 39m
£119–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
8h 18m
£24–63
Drive 239 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Leighcar 239 mi
3h 57m
£60–86
Fly from Exeter, line 582 bus
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Leigh Town Hallbus
3h 37m
£77–261
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 44m
£118–206
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
6h 42m
£121–263

Exeter to Leigh by train and bus

101Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Leigh Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and St Peter's Square in around 8h 18m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.