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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Exeter is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Lewes and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewes to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Exeter via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Lewes to Exeter?

The distance between Lewes and Exeter is 228 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Lewes to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Exeter bus from?

Lewes to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Exeter train from?

Lewes to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Train, bus or fly from Lewes to Exeter?

The best way to get from Lewes to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Lewes to Exeter bus arrive?

Lewes to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Lewes to Exeter train arrive?

Lewes to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Exeter is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Lewes to Exeter.

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

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Lewes to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Lewes to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 17m
£96–171
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
7h 29m
£35–60
Drive 176.3 mi
1. Drive from Lewes to Exetercar 176.3 mi
3h 23m
£44–63
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 46m
£98–231
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 13m
£71–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h 38m
£37–67
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 57m
£103–241
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 32m
£214–420

Lewes to Exeter by train and subway

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Exeter St Davids via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lewes to Exeter via Gatwick Airport, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, and London Heathrow Airport in around 7h 29m.

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