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

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

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 Market Place via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

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 19m.

How far is it from Exeter to Melksham?

The distance between Exeter and Melksham is 100 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 and line 272 bus which takes 2h 2m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m 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 FlixBus, 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 bus which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Exeter to Melksham bus arrive?

Exeter to Melksham bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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.

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Exeter to Melksham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 272 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 272 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple MeadsPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Place272 / ...
2h 2m
£25–56
Drive 87.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Melksham87.3 mi
1h 49m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
3h 49m
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2h 19m
£40–85
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
1. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Public Transport InterchangeFal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Dorchester StreetA4
4h 21m

Exeter to Melksham by train and bus

240Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Market Place via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts) every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–50 and the journey takes 1h 4m. South Western Railway also services this route 4 times a week.

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