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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Paddington to Exeter?

The distance between Paddington and Exeter is 173 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £75 - £150.

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

The train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Exeter train from?

Paddington to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or fly from Paddington to Exeter?

The best way to get from Paddington to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £180 - £410 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Paddington to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Exeter is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Paddington to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1166+ hotels available in Exeter.

Paddington to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Paddington to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 7m
£75–150
Drive 168.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Exetercar 168.8 mi
3h 12m
£42–60
Fly
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 3m
£182–406
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
4h 23m
£74–171

Paddington to Exeter by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, British Airways, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT) 3 times a day.

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