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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Stafford is to bus and train which costs £24 - £85 and takes 5h 47m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Stafford. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Exeter to Stafford?

The distance between Exeter and Stafford is 194 miles. The road distance is 182.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Stafford without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 8m and costs £85 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Exeter to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Stafford?

The best way to get from Exeter to Stafford is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 8m and costs £85 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Exeter to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Stafford is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Exeter to Stafford.

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

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 937+ hotels available in Stafford.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 8m
£85–270
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 Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 47m
£25–85
Drive 181.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Staffordcar 181.2 mi
3h 3m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Staffordtrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 40m
£85–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Lordswood Rdbus 106 / ...
6h 7m
£32–88

Exeter to Stafford by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stafford via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Lordswood Rd every 4 hours. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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