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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Swanley is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Swanley is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Swanley via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Exeter to Swanley?

The distance between Exeter and Swanley is 195 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Swanley without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 19m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Exeter to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Swanley train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Swanley?

The best way to get from Exeter to Swanley is to train via London Paddington which takes 3h 19m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £460 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Exeter to Swanley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Swanley is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Exeter to Swanley.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

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Exeter to Swanley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Swanley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonPenzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 19m
£65–134
Bus via London Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London VictoriaUk049 / ...
6h 1m
£19–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
5h 46m
£23–54
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Swanley193.6 mi
3h 18m
£49–70
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
5h 18m
£117–333
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 22m
£31–127
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
6h 31m
£198–453
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
5h 55m
£161–478

Exeter to Swanley by train and subway

164Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £55–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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