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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Exeter is to bus which costs £28 - £80 and takes 11h 38m.

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 22m and costs £30 - £130.

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 Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

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 three times a day, 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 412 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 9m and costs £80 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m 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 or bus from Glasgow to Exeter?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 8h 9m and costs £80 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £80 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Glasgow to Exeter bus arrive?

Glasgow to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 8m 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 1330+ hotels available in Exeter.

Glasgow to Exeter - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Glasgow to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 22m
£30–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
11h 38m
£29–79
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
8h 9m
£80–323
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exeter440.7 mi
7h 8m
£108–156
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
4h 32m
£86–246
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station 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
5h 8m
£40–147
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
6h 5m
£64–223
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisbury
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Central
6h 42m
£60–216
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
6h 10m
£103–247
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 55m
£75–550
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
13h 15m
£34–92

Glasgow to Exeter by train

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Distance: 409.6 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 11h 38m.

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