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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Paddington is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Paddington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Paddington?

The distance between Exeter and Paddington is 173 miles. The road distance is 169.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £70 - £140.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Paddington train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Paddington?

The best way to get from Exeter to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 3h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £430 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Exeter to Paddington bus arrive?

Exeter to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Paddington is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Exeter to Paddington.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 13m
£70–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
3h 59m
£36–75
Drive 168.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Paddingtoncar 168.5 mi
3h 12m
£42–61
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
4h 53m
£193–428
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
3h 35m
£67–134
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
5h 14m
£230–477
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
5h 28m
£102–241

Exeter to Paddington by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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