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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Llanelli is to bus and line 111 bus via Bristol which costs £18 - £80 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Llanelli is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Llanelli via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Exeter to Llanelli?

The distance between Exeter and Llanelli is 172 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Exeter to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Exeter to Llanelli is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Exeter to Llanelli bus arrive?

Exeter to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Exeter to Llanelli train arrive?

Exeter to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Llanelli is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Exeter to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Exeter to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Llanelli by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£75–148
Bus, line 111 bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
6h 59m
£18–77
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
6h 6m
£31–70
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Llanellicar 155.9 mi
2h 46m
£39–56
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
4h 29m
£72–145

Exeter to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Llanelli via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 6h 6m.

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