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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Salcombe is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Salcombe is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Exeter to Salcombe?

The distance between Exeter and Salcombe is 48 miles. The road distance is 44.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 1h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Exeter to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Exeter to Salcombe bus arrive?

Exeter to Salcombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coronation Road opp Town Mill station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Salcombe is 44 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Exeter to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1403+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Exeter to Salcombe - 5 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to TotnesLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt to Beadon Cross164
1h 28m
Drive 44.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Salcombe44.2 mi
55 min
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Salcombe44.2 mi
55 min
£250–300
Bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Coronation Road opp Town Mill501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Road164
2h 21m
Bus, line 164 bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Mill7
2. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Road164
2h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Shadycombe Road via Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 2h 21m.

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