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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Exeter is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Bampfylde Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Margate to Exeter?

The distance between Margate and Exeter is 267 miles. The road distance is 245.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £80 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Margate to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Exeter bus from?

Margate to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Exeter train from?

Margate to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Exeter?

The best way to get from Margate to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Margate to Exeter bus arrive?

Margate to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Margate to Exeter train arrive?

Margate to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Exeter is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Margate to Exeter.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Margate to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 21m
£82–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
8h 45m
£23–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to ExeterUkn49
7h 44m
£41–147
Drive 243.7 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Exeter243.7 mi
4h 10m
£61–88
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
7h 33m
£209–590
Train via London
1. Take the train from Margate to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 5m
£41–264
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
6h 33m
£137–397
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
7h 26m
£170–556

Margate to Exeter by train, subway, and bus

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7h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Exeter St Davids via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Bampfylde Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 45m.

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