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

The cheapest way to get from Islington to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islington to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 54m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Islington and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Islington to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Islington Green and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Islington and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Euston and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Islington to Exeter?

The distance between Islington and Exeter is 177 miles. The road distance is 173.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islington to Exeter without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 54m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Islington to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Islington to Exeter bus from?

Islington to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Islington to Exeter train from?

Islington to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Islington to Exeter?

The best way to get from Islington to Exeter is to train via London Paddington which takes 2h 54m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 6h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £240 - £460 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Islington to Exeter bus arrive?

Islington to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Islington to Exeter train arrive?

Islington to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Islington to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Islington to Exeter is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Islington to Exeter.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Islington to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1525+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Islington to Exeter?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Islington and Exeter. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 54m
£73–135
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeterrideshare 169.7 mi
3h 46m
£15–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
6h 4m
£22–53
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 53m
£102–232
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Exeter St Davidstrain London Euston - Penzance
4h 6m
£70–140
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 46m
£62–133
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 18m
£30–45
Drive 172.3 mi
1. Drive from Islington to Exetercar 172.3 mi
3h 24m
£43–62
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 28m
£244–456
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 7m
£196–400

Islington to Exeter by train

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street hourly. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 4h 30m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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