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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Whitstable is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Whitstable is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Whitstable via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Exeter to Whitstable?

The distance between Exeter and Whitstable is 237 miles. The road distance is 230 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Exeter to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Exeter to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Exeter to Whitstable bus arrive?

Exeter to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Exeter to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Whitstable is 230 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Exeter to Whitstable.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 46m
£73–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London VictoriaUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach007 / ...
8h 5m
£20–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow AirportUkn49
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
7h 24m
£35–102
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Whitstable228.7 mi
3h 54m
£58–83
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstable
7h 40m
£204–513
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 32m
£34–117
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
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
6h 46m
£126–359
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
7h 43m
£160–520

Exeter to Whitstable by train and subway

86Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.3 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Whitstable via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach in around 8h 5m.

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