What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Exeter is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 15h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Exeter is to bus and fly which takes 6h 25m and costs £100 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

How far is it from Fort William to Exeter?

The distance between Fort William and Exeter is 497 miles. The road distance is 546.8 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Exeter without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 12h 51m and costs £100 - £380.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Exeter?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Fort William to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Exeter bus from?

Fort William to Exeter bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Exeter train from?

Fort William to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Exeter?

The best way to get from Fort William to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 12h 51m and costs £100 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 15h 11m.

Where does the Fort William to Exeter bus arrive?

Fort William to Exeter bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Exeter train arrive?

Fort William to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Exeter is 547 miles. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Fort William to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort William to Exeter?

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Fort William to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Fort William to Exeter by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
best
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
6h 25m
£107–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
15h 11m
£44–110
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
12h 51m
£100–372
Drive 543.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Exeter543.7 mi
9h 12m
£136–197
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 44m
£47–157
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 27m
£52–167
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
8h 29m
£82–257
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 2
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 27m
£61–242
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh WaverleyFort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
14h 6m
£123–678
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Queensway Q1M19
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St Davids
16h 55m
£77–122

Fort William to Exeter by train and foot

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12h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 494.1 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Fort William to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 12h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 15h 11m.

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