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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £12 - £22 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Exeter via North Parade, Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Melksham to Exeter?

The distance between Melksham and Exeter is 88 miles. The road distance is 88.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Melksham to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Exeter bus from?

Melksham to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Exeter train from?

Melksham to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Melksham to Exeter bus arrive?

Melksham to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Exeter train arrive?

Melksham to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Exeter is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Melksham to Exeter.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 21m
£39–78
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
5h 4m
£13–22
Drive 87.9 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Exetercar 87.9 mi
1h 48m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
5h 14m
£20–44

Melksham to Exeter by train

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Exeter via Grand Parade, North Parade, Manvers Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 4m.

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