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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Rugby is to bus and train which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Rugby is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bennett Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Rugby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Rugby?

The distance between Exeter and Rugby is 196 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Rugby train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Rugby?

The best way to get from Exeter to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £220 and takes 5h 26m, you could also bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Exeter to Rugby bus arrive?

Exeter to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Exeter to Rugby train arrive?

Exeter to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Rugby is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Exeter to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 13m
£33–151
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk087
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h 53m
£21–44
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Rugbycar 168.3 mi
3h 2m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EXT - BHX
5h 26m
£83–217
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
6h 41m
£21–48

Exeter to Rugby by train

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Distance: 194.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) 3 times a day.

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