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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Exeter is to bus via Leeds which costs £27 - £65 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 47m and costs £100 - £340.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Penrith to Exeter?

The distance between Penrith and Exeter is 341 miles. The road distance is 329.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £60 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Penrith to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Exeter bus from?

Penrith to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Exeter train from?

Penrith to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Exeter?

The best way to get from Penrith to Exeter is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £60 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Penrith to Exeter bus arrive?

Penrith to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Penrith to Exeter train arrive?

Penrith to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Exeter is 330 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Penrith to Exeter.

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

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

Book your Penrith to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Penrith to Exeter - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Penrith to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Penrith North Lakes to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 10m
£61–255
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop C
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
10h 10m
£27–62
Drive 328 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Exeter328 mi
5h 16m
£80–116
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 47m
£101–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
10h 40m
£28–74
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 34m
£114–358
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 3m
£63–269
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
5h 42m
£95–263
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 36m
£50–179

Penrith to Exeter by train

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Distance: 339.1 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 10h 10m.

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