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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Melksham is to bus which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Melksham is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at The Bear via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Melksham via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Exeter to Melksham?

The distance between Exeter and Melksham is 88 miles. The road distance is 87.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Exeter to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Melksham?

The best way to get from Exeter to Melksham is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Exeter to Melksham bus arrive?

Exeter to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Melksham train arrive?

Exeter to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Melksham is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Exeter to Melksham.

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

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Exeter to Melksham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)train Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2h 17m
£35–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
4h 24m
£11–40
Drive 87.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Melkshamcar 87.3 mi
1h 49m
£21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Trowbridgetrain
3. Take the bus from Trinity Church to Market Placebus X34 / ...
2h 33m
£45–85
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
1. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Bus Stationbus A4
4h 49m
£32–36

Exeter to Melksham by train

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts) every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 2m. South Western Railway also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to The Bear via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 24m.

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