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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £20 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Exeter?

The distance between Nottingham and Exeter is 223 miles. The road distance is 207.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Nottingham to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Exeter bus from?

Nottingham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Exeter train from?

Nottingham to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £65 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Nottingham to Exeter bus arrive?

Nottingham to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Nottingham to Exeter train arrive?

Nottingham to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Exeter is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Nottingham to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Nottingham to Exeter?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nottingham and Exeter. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nottingham to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Nottingham to Exeter by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New StreetNottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 33m
£55–187
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nottingham to Exeter205.9 mi
4h 14m
£20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
6h 45m
£22–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
5h 4m
£98–375
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Newport (S Wales)Nottingham - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 22m
£85–235
Drive 205.9 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Exeter205.9 mi
3h 38m
£52–75

Nottingham to Exeter by train

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Distance: 221.3 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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