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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Exeter is to train via London which costs £30 - £120 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £75 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Exeter. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Exeter?

The distance between Rayleigh and Exeter is 211 miles. The road distance is 207.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Rayleigh to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Exeter bus from?

Rayleigh to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Exeter train from?

Rayleigh to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Exeter bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Exeter train arrive?

Rayleigh to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Exeter is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Rayleigh to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Rayleigh to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Rayleigh to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 43m
£75–173
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 6m
£31–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
7h 38m
£36–88
Drive 206.6 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Exeter206.6 mi
4h 8m
£52–75
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
6h 54m
£197–493
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
5h 53m
£132–339
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
6h 44m
£162–500

Rayleigh to Exeter by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Library to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 38m.

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