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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Exeter is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Peterborough and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterborough to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Queensgate Bus Park and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Knebworth Park Estate and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Exeter?

The distance between Peterborough and Exeter is 253 miles. The road distance is 221.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Peterborough to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Exeter bus from?

Peterborough to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Queensgate Bus Park station.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Exeter train from?

Peterborough to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Train or bus from Peterborough to Exeter?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Peterborough to Exeter bus arrive?

Peterborough to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Peterborough to Exeter train arrive?

Peterborough to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Exeter is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Peterborough to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Peterborough to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Peterborough to Exeter by train, bus, 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 38m
£71–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Knebworth Park EstateK04
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideK10
3. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bampfylde Street
7h 20m
£46–82
Drive 219.9 mi
1. Drive from Peterborough to Exeter219.9 mi
4h 7m
£56–80
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 2m
£57–195
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to FarringdonPeterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 53m
£47–174

Peterborough to Exeter by train and subway

170Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Exeter St Davids via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Bampfylde Street via Knebworth Park Estate and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 20m.

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