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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Exeter is to bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 1m and costs £85 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Leeds to Exeter?

The distance between Leeds and Exeter is 281 miles. The road distance is 271.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £320.

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

The train from Leeds to Exeter St Davids takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Exeter bus from?

Leeds to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Exeter train from?

Leeds to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Exeter?

The best way to get from Leeds to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Leeds to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Exeter train arrive?

Leeds to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Exeter is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Leeds to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Leeds to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 35m
£50–320
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
8h 40m
£20–67
Drive 270.1 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Exetercar 270.1 mi
4h 38m
£66–94
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 1m
£87–295
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 58m
£46–188

Leeds to Exeter by train

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Distance: 278.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £50–320 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 40m.

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