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 £29 - £75 and takes 8h 30m.

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 39m and costs £80 - £270.

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 Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

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 3m.

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 3m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m 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 National Express, 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 3m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Preston to Exeter bus arrive?

Preston to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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?

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Preston to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 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 Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 3m
£42–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
8h 30m
£30–70
Drive 259.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Exetercar 259.5 mi
4h 17m
£63–91
Train, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3h 39m
£80–267
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 25m
£68–208
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 59m
£123–361

Preston to Exeter by train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.4 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 30m.

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