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

The cheapest way to get from Letterkenny to Exeter is to bus and fly and train which costs £50 - £190 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Letterkenny to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 7h 19m and costs £95 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Letterkenny and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Letterkenny station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Letterkenny Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Ballygawley Park and Ride, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 29m.

How far is it from Letterkenny to Exeter?

The distance between Letterkenny and Exeter is 454 miles.

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

The best way to get from Letterkenny to Exeter without a car is to bus and ferry and train via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 17h 52m and costs £150 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Letterkenny to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Letterkenny to Exeter bus from?

Letterkenny to Exeter bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Letterkenny Bus Station.

Where does the Letterkenny to Exeter bus arrive?

Letterkenny to Exeter bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Ballygawley station.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

Letterkenny to Exeter - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and ferry

There are 12 ways to get from Letterkenny to Exeter by train, plane, bus, ferry, car ferry, busferry, 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.

Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Antrim
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BFS - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 59m
£55–186
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)DUB - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 19m
£54–181
Bus, ferry, train via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1932
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
17h 52m
£151–281
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Yorkgate0
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
18h 12m
£104–310
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ballygawley32
2. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Grand Central Station Stand 21273 / ...
3. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
5. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
22h 29m
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Exeter (EXT)DUB - EXT
7h 29m
£80–231
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BHD - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 3m
£75–244
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Exeter (EXT)BHD - EXT
7h 19m
£96–294
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Antrim
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BFS - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
9h 47m
£90–308
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
10h 10m
£91–325
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Dublin Airport32
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
18h 5m
£155–285
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Letterkenny to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
3. Drive from Holyhead to Exeter
12h 6m
£128–190

Letterkenny to Exeter by bus, foot, ferry, and train

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17h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 451 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Letterkenny, Ireland and Exeter, England?

There is no direct connection from Letterkenny to Exeter. However, you can take the bus to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre, walk to Derry-Londonderry, take the train to Antrim, walk to Antrim Depot, take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, then take the train to Exeter St Davids. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Exeter St Davids via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport, Terminal 2, Dublin 3Arena Point Village & Ringsend, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead, Holyhead, and Cardiff Central in around 17h 52m.

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