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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Exeter is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs £80 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Preston to Exeter?

The distance between Preston and Exeter is 269 miles. The road distance is 261 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 10m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Preston to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exeter bus from?

Preston to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exeter train from?

Preston to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Exeter?

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 10m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Preston to Exeter bus arrive?

Preston to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Exeter is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Preston to Exeter.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 10m
£122–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
9h 9m
£26–68
Drive 259.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Exetercar 259.5 mi
4h 17m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3h 45m
£82–253
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 28m
£121–227

Preston to Exeter by train

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Distance: 267.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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