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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Exeter is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ludlow and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludlow to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ludlow Fish Bar and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Kidderminster Bus Station, Halesowen Bus Station, Lordswood Rd and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ludlow and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ludlow and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Newport (S Wales) and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Exeter?

The distance between Ludlow and Exeter is 169 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Ludlow to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Exeter bus from?

Ludlow to Exeter bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, depart from Ludlow Fish Bar station.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Exeter train from?

Ludlow to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.

Train or bus from Ludlow to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ludlow to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Ludlow to Exeter bus arrive?

Ludlow to Exeter bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, arrive at Kidderminster Bus Station.

Where does the Ludlow to Exeter train arrive?

Ludlow to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Ludlow to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Exeter is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Ludlow to Exeter.

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

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Ludlow to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ludlow to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3h 38m
£44–120
Drive 143.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ludlow to Exeter143.9 mi
2h 52m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Kidderminster Bus Station292
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
7h 8m
Train
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 6m
£60–141

Ludlow to Exeter by train

193Weekly Trains

3h 38mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.1 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Ludlow to Exeter St Davids via Newport (S Wales) and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ludlow Fish Bar to Bampfylde Street via Kidderminster Bus Station, Halesowen Bus Station, Lordswood Rd, and Bus Station in around 7h 8m.

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