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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Lewes is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Lewes is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Lewes via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Exeter to Lewes?

The distance between Exeter and Lewes is 215 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Exeter to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Lewes bus from?

Exeter to Lewes bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Lewes train from?

Exeter to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Lewes?

The best way to get from Exeter to Lewes is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £300 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Exeter to Lewes bus arrive?

Exeter to Lewes bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Lewes train arrive?

Exeter to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Lewes is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Exeter to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 2025+ hotels available in Lewes.

Exeter to Lewes - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Lewes by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 23m
£30–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steine025
7h 3m
£36–79
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Lewes176.4 mi
3h 20m
£45–64
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
4h 44m
£108–291
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Taunton
2. Take the train from Taunton to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
4h 52m
£74–156
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to SalisburyExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to BrightonSouthampton Central - Brighton
5h 9m
£45–92
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewes
6h 30m
£169–525

Exeter to Lewes by train

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Distance: 214.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Exeter Central to Lewes via Clapham Junction in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 7h 3m.

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