What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station) is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 9h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station) is to train and fly which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Exeter via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Preston and Exeter (Station) is 270 miles. The road distance is 261 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Preston to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exeter (Station) bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter (Station) is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Preston to Exeter (Station) bus arrive?

Preston to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

What is the time difference between Preston and Exeter (Station)?

Exeter (Station) is 1h ahead of Preston. It is currently 10:55 AM in Preston and 11:55 AM in Exeter (Station).

Can I drive from Preston to Exeter (Station)?

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1454+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Exeter (Station) 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 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 27m
£124–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
9h 15m
£26–69
Drive 259.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Exeter (Station)car 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 51m
£77–263
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 34m
£128–240

Preston to Exeter (Station) by train and bus

102Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.5 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Exeter (Station), England?

You can take a train from Preston to Cheeke Street via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and St Davids Station in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Exeter via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 15m.

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