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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Scotland is to bus via Bristol which costs £29 - £80 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Scotland is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs £90 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Exeter to Scotland?

The distance between Exeter and Scotland is 409 miles. The road distance is 443 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Scotland without a car is to train via Preston which takes 7h 58m and costs £70 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Exeter to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Scotland bus from?

Exeter to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Scotland train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Scotland?

The best way to get from Exeter to Scotland is to train via Preston which takes 7h 58m and costs £70 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 11h 7m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £240 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Exeter to Scotland bus arrive?

Exeter to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Scotland is 443 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Exeter to Scotland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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Exeter to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Scotland by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 14m
£57–150
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
11h 7m
£30–76
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
7h 58m
£73–324
Drive 440.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Glasgow440.4 mi
7h 8m
£109–157
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
3h 37m
£93–234
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3h 58m
£45–135
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
4h 58m
£64–220
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
4h 37m
£97–240
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 48m
£75–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
12h 52m
£37–92

Exeter to Scotland by train

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Distance: 406.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 7h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Newhall St in around 11h 7m.

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