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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Exeter is to bus via Leeds which costs £22 - £80 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Exeter is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Exeter. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Exeter?

The distance between Gateshead and Exeter is 374 miles. The road distance is 357.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £60 - £600.

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

The train from Newcastle to Exeter St Davids takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Exeter bus from?

Gateshead to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Exeter train from?

Gateshead to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from Gateshead to Exeter?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Exeter is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £60 - £600. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 9h 28m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £200 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Gateshead to Exeter bus arrive?

Gateshead to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Exeter train arrive?

Gateshead to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Exeter is 357 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Gateshead to Exeter.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gateshead to Exeter?

Book your Gateshead to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Gateshead to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Gateshead to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 10m
£60–600
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
9h 28m
£23–79
Drive 355.2 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Exeter355.2 mi
5h 56m
£89–128
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 29m
£40–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
11h 25m
£35–87
Fly Newcastle to Exeter
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
3h 29m
£96–198
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 16m
£111–317
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
6h 7m
£116–389
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
5h 46m
£118–390

Gateshead to Exeter by train

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Distance: 371.7 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–600 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 28m.

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