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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Margate is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Margate is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Margate. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Margate. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Margate via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Exeter to Margate?

The distance between Exeter and Margate is 267 miles. The road distance is 245.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Exeter to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Margate train from?

Exeter to Margate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Margate?

The best way to get from Exeter to Margate is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Margate bus arrive?

Exeter to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Exeter to Margate train arrive?

Exeter to Margate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Margate is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Exeter to Margate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Exeter to Margate - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 16m
£79–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
8h 50m
£23–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
7h 37m
£24–91
Drive 244.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Margatecar 244.4 mi
4h 16m
£60–86
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
7h 18m
£208–628
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
5h 44m
£36–263
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
7h 22m
£153–445
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
6h 55m
£115–374

Exeter to Margate by train and subway

191Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Margate.

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Distance: 265.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Margate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 50m.

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