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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Exeter is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Exeter?

The distance between Ilkeston and Exeter is 227 miles. The road distance is 206.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Ilkeston to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Exeter bus from?

Ilkeston to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Ilkeston to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £360 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Exeter is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Ilkeston to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 998+ hotels available in Exeter.

Ilkeston to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ilkeston 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 Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 59m
£117–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
8h 51m
£28–46
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
8h 11m
£40–97
Drive 204.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Exetercar 204.9 mi
3h 39m
£51–73
Fly from East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Exeter (EXT)plane EMA - EXT
7h 57m
£92–360
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
6h 6m
£110–326

Ilkeston to Exeter by bus and train

96Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 11m.

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