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 - £130 and takes 17h 25m.

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 49m and costs £45 - £220.

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 15h 10m.

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 Haymarket, Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Inverness to Exeter?

The distance between Inverness and Exeter is 523 miles. The road distance is 594.4 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 Wolverhampton which takes 11h 40m and costs £140 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m 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 ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Exeter?

The best way to get from Inverness to Exeter is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 11h 40m and costs £140 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 10m.

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 ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Exeter is 594 miles. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Inverness to Exeter.

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

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

There are 11 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 49m
£50–215
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationM10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
17h 25m
£48–123
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Wolverhampton
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
11h 40m
£146–348
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
15h 10m
Drive 591 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Exeter591 mi
9h 52m
£148–214
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
6h 59m
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 55m
£123–487
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 13m
£63–197
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 2m
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 32m
£114–353
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
£108–679

Inverness to Exeter by train

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11h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 520.1 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Exeter St Davids via Haymarket, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham New Street in around 11h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 15h 10m.

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