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

The cheapest way to get from Lichfield to Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £13 - £35 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lichfield to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Lichfield and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Lichfield station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Lichfield and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Lichfield City and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Lichfield to Exeter?

The distance between Lichfield and Exeter is 182 miles. The road distance is 174.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lichfield to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Lichfield to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Exeter bus from?

Lichfield to Exeter bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Exeter train from?

Lichfield to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Lichfield to Exeter?

The best way to get from Lichfield to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Lichfield to Exeter bus arrive?

Lichfield to Exeter bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at The Square Peg station.

Where does the Lichfield to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lichfield to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Lichfield to Exeter is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Lichfield to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 55m
£41–151
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Square PegX3
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
5h 48m
£14–34
Drive 173.6 mi
1. Drive from Lichfield to Exeter173.6 mi
3h 1m
£44–63
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Exeter (EXT)BHX - EXT
6h 48m
£97–236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
7h 11m
£18–44

Lichfield to Exeter by train

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £35–140 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via The Square Peg, Newhall St, and Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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