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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Llanelli is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 43m.

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 43m and costs £35 - £60.

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 5h 57m.

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 54m.

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 54m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 54m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

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 43m to drive from Exeter to Llanelli.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to 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 ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 54m
£37–90
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5111
5h 57m
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Llanelli155.9 mi
2h 43m
£40–57
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LlanelliCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
4h 26m
£49–115
Bus, line 111 bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5111
6h 2m

Exeter to Llanelli by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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 54m. 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 5h 57m.

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