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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Exeter is to bus via Birmingham which costs £45 - £120 and takes 19h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

How far is it from Inverness to Exeter?

The distance between Inverness and Exeter is 523 miles. The road distance is 594.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 10h 44m and costs £180 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Inverness to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Exeter bus from?

Inverness to Exeter bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Exeter train from?

Inverness to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Inverness station.

Train, bus or fly from Inverness to Exeter?

The best way to get from Inverness to Exeter is to train via London which takes 10h 44m and costs £180 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £170 - £290 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Inverness to Exeter bus arrive?

Inverness to Exeter bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Exeter train arrive?

Inverness to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Exeter is 594 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Inverness to Exeter.

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

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Inverness to Exeter - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Inverness to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 48m
£49–225
Train via London
1. Take the train from Inverness to King's CrossInverness - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
10h 44m
£184–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
16h 26m
Drive 591 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Exeter591 mi
9h 50m
£146–210
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
5h 54m
£127–457
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
7h 19m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 14m
£53–191
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 4m
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
6h 31m
£117–297
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Exeter (EXT)INV - EXT
6h 48m
£170–285
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
12h 8m
£78–399
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
19h 14m
£50–115

Inverness to Exeter by train and subway

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10h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 520.1 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Exeter St Davids via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 10h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 16h 26m.

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