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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Exeter is to train and bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Rugby to Exeter?

The distance between Rugby and Exeter is 196 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Rugby to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Exeter train from?

Rugby to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or fly from Rugby to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rugby to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £100 - £200 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Rugby to Exeter train arrive?

Rugby to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Exeter is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rugby to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Exeter.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rugby to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 4m
£79–133
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Exeterbus Uk087
6h 55m
£27–52
Drive 168.8 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Exetercar 168.8 mi
3h 5m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Exeter (EXT)plane BHX - EXT
5h 38m
£104–200

Rugby to Exeter by train

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Distance: 194.7 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, KLM, Aer Lingus, and three other airlines fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Exeter (EXT) 4 times a day.

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