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

The cheapest way to get from Horncastle to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Horncastle to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Horncastle and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Horncastle to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Interchange Shelter and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

How far is it from Horncastle to Exeter?

The distance between Horncastle and Exeter is 279 miles. The road distance is 259.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Horncastle to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £100 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Horncastle to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Horncastle to Exeter bus from?

Horncastle to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Train or bus from Horncastle to Exeter?

The best way to get from Horncastle to Exeter is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £100 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Horncastle to Exeter bus arrive?

Horncastle to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Horncastle to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Horncastle to Exeter is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Horncastle to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to DerbyLincoln Central - Matlock / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 1m
£103–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Station151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
9h 47m
£34–77
Drive 257.6 mi
1. Drive from Horncastle to Exeter257.6 mi
4h 37m
£65–93
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
7h 17m
£104–339

Horncastle to Exeter by bus and train

105Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.3 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Horncastle, Lincolnshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Interchange Shelter to Exeter St Davids via Central Bus Station, Lincoln Central, and Derby in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange Shelter to Bampfylde Street via Central Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 47m.

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