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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Nottingham is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Nottingham is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exeter and arriving at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Nottingham via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to Nottingham?

The distance between Exeter and Nottingham is 221 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £110 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Exeter to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Nottingham bus from?

Exeter to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Nottingham train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Exeter to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £300 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Exeter to Nottingham bus arrive?

Exeter to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Nottingham train arrive?

Exeter to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Nottingham is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Exeter to Nottingham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Exeter to Nottingham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Nottingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 45m
£112–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
7h 15m
£21–40
Drive 211 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Nottinghamcar 211 mi
3h 30m
£53–76
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane EXT - EMA
5h 26m
£97–299
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Gloucestertrain
3. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottinghamtrain
6h 5m
£106–176
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
7h 41m
£43–104
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
5h 9m
£111–312

Exeter to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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