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 £40 - £80 and takes 8h 21m.

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 35m and costs £70 - £210.

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 Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

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 35m.

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 35m and costs £70 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 35m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 21m.

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 9m 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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 35m
£71–206
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 59m
£41–194
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Knebworth Park Estatebus K04
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Bus Stationbus K10
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
8h 21m
£44–76
Drive 219.9 mi
1. Drive from Peterborough to Exetercar 219.9 mi
4h 9m
£54–77
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdontrain Peterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 52m
£44–196

Peterborough to Exeter by train and subway

181Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Bampfylde Street via Knebworth Park Estate and Bus Station in around 8h 21m.

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