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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Exeter is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 17h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Exeter is to train and bus and fly which takes 9h 32m and costs £120 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Frenchay Campus and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Exeter?

The distance between Mallaig and Exeter is 614 miles. The road distance is 589.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Exeter without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 14h 31m and costs £100 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 14h 31m to get from Mallaig to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Exeter bus from?

Mallaig to Exeter bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Exeter train from?

Mallaig to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.

Train or bus from Mallaig to Exeter?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Exeter is to train via Warrington which takes 14h 31m and costs £100 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 17h 3m.

Where does the Mallaig to Exeter bus arrive?

Mallaig to Exeter bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Exeter train arrive?

Mallaig to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Exeter is 589 miles. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Mallaig to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Mallaig to Exeter - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Mallaig to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
14h 31m
£100–381
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to UWE East GateM19
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
17h 3m
£53–83
Drive 585.8 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Exeter585.8 mi
10h 5m
£146–211
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Police Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
9h 32m
£127–302
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
15h 32m
£117–341
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
18h 47m
£54–115
Train, bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Terminal Building
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
9h 48m
£66–202
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Police Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
10h 27m
£71–212
Train, bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Spean Bridge
2. Take the bus from Spean Crescent to Bus Station Stance 2
3. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
10h 4m
£79–262
Train, bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Terminal Building
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
11h 32m
£96–314
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Police Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
5. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
12h 43m
£117–333

Mallaig to Exeter by train and foot

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14h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 610.9 mi
Duration: 14h 31m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Mallaig to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 14h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, UWE East Gate, Frenchay Campus, Cabot Circus, and Bus Station in around 17h 3m.

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