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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Purley is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Purley is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Purley. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Purley. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Purley via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Purley?

The distance between Exeter and Purley is 192 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Purley without a car is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Exeter to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Purley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Purley train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Purley?

The best way to get from Exeter to Purley is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £230 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Exeter to Purley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Purley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Purley is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Exeter to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Exeter to Purley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Exeter to Purley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Farringdon Without
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 13m
£83–147
Drive 170.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Purleycar 170.4 mi
3h 18m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
5h 50m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
5h 24m
£93–226
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
3h 39m
£67–136
Bus via West Croydon Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
6h 50m
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
5h 46m
£250–467
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 4m
£204–411
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EXT - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
7h 47m
£183–357

Exeter to Purley by train

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station in around 5h 50m.

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