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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Stanstead is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Stanstead is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Exeter to Stanstead?

The distance between Exeter and Stanstead is 244 miles. The road distance is 242.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Exeter to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Exeter to Stanstead is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Exeter to Stanstead bus arrive?

Exeter to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Stanstead is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Exeter to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 361+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Exeter to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 44 bus

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

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 London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
6h 3m
£112–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 18m
£47–107
Drive 241.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Stansteadcar 241.4 mi
4h 29m
£60–86
Train, line 44 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
4. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus 41
6h 16m
£114–216
Train via The Bricklayers Arms
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 44m
£106–239

Exeter to Stanstead by train and bus

84Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 18m.

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