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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 4h 50m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Irvine to Exeter?

The distance between Irvine and Exeter is 428 miles. The road distance is 446.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Exeter without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 9h 27m and costs £80 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Irvine to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Exeter bus from?

Irvine to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Exeter train from?

Irvine to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Exeter?

The best way to get from Irvine to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 9h 27m and costs £80 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 13h 45m.

Where does the Irvine to Exeter bus arrive?

Irvine to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Irvine to Exeter train arrive?

Irvine to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Exeter is 447 miles. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Irvine to Exeter.

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

Book your Irvine to Exeter train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1283+ hotels available in Exeter.

Irvine to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

There are 10 ways to get from Irvine 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 50m
£45–146
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
13h 45m
£34–97
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
9h 27m
£83–341
Drive 444.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Exeter444.1 mi
7h 28m
£111–160
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 6m
£104–259
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station 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
5h 58m
£48–159
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 39m
£86–248
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 39m
£121–283
Train
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
10h 57m
£94–304
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
13h 22m
£140–282

Irvine to Exeter by train

102Weekly Trains

9h 27mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Irvine to Exeter.

Launch map view

Distance: 425 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Bampfylde Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h 45m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.