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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Exeter?

The distance between Glasgow and Exeter is 460 miles. The road distance is 443.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Exeter without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 8h 20m and costs £180 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Glasgow to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Exeter bus from?

Glasgow to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Exeter train from?

Glasgow to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Exeter?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 8h 20m and costs £180 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £250 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Glasgow to Exeter bus arrive?

Glasgow to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Glasgow to Exeter train arrive?

Glasgow to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Exeter is 443 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Glasgow to Exeter.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1508+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 20m
£182–291
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
12h 9m
£44–99
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exetercar 440.7 mi
7h 13m
£108–156
Fly Glasgow Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Exeter (EXT)plane GLA - EXT
5h 24m
£86–249
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
8h 55m
£270–390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
12h 50m
£88–212
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 28m
£70–199
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h 42m
£95–240
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 26m
£87–230
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 5m
£115–227

Glasgow to Exeter by train

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8h 20mAverage Duration

£182Cheapest Price

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Distance: 457.8 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bus Station in around 12h 9m.

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