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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Exeter is to bus via Falmouth University and University of Exeter which costs £11 - £18 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Argos and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Falmouth Town and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Exeter?

The distance between Falmouth and Exeter is 116 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Falmouth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Exeter bus from?

Falmouth to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Argos station.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Exeter train from?

Falmouth to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.

Train or bus from Falmouth to Exeter?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Falmouth to Exeter bus arrive?

Falmouth to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Falmouth to Exeter train arrive?

Falmouth to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Falmouth to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Exeter is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Falmouth to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Falmouth to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Falmouth to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 20m
£58–156
Bus via Falmouth University and University of Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus Uk049
4h 37m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Argos to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
4h 15m
£21–30
Drive 96.8 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Exetercar 96.8 mi
1h 47m
£24–35

Falmouth to Exeter by train

142Weekly Trains

3h 20mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.6 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Truro to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Argos to Bampfylde Street once daily. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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