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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Ludlow is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Ludlow is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Ludlow via Bristol Parkway and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Exeter to Ludlow?

The distance between Exeter and Ludlow is 170 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Ludlow without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Exeter to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ludlow train from?

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

Where does the Exeter to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Ludlow is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Exeter to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 776+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Exeter to Ludlow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Ludlow by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 36m
£70–132
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
5h 20m
£35–84
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ludlowcar 143.9 mi
2h 56m
£36–51
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 Ludlowtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 26m
£81–150

Exeter to Ludlow by train

127Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Ludlow via Bristol Parkway and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 36m.

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