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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Skegness is to bus and train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 10h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Skegness is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at District Hospital via Birmingham Coach Station, Co-op Store and Jubilee Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Skegness via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Exeter to Skegness?

The distance between Exeter and Skegness is 340 miles. The road distance is 271.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £140 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Exeter to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Skegness?

The best way to get from Exeter to Skegness is to train via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £140 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Exeter to Skegness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Skegness is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Exeter to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 9m
£141–293
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
10h 17m
£47–80
Drive 269.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Skegnesscar 269.9 mi
5h 10m
£67–96
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
7h 11m
£131–330
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Co-op Storebus 151
11h 40m
£49–71

Exeter to Skegness by train and subway

82Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£141Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Skegness via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to District Hospital via Birmingham Coach Station, Co-op Store, and Jubilee Way in around 11h 40m.

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