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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to bus via Birmingham which costs £28 - £95 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Scotland to Exeter?

The distance between Scotland and Exeter is 375 miles. The road distance is 443.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Exeter without a car is to train via Wigan which takes 8h 10m and costs £60 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Scotland to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Exeter bus from?

Scotland to Exeter bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Exeter train from?

Scotland to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Exeter?

The best way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £250. Alternatively, you can train via Wigan, which costs £60 - £320 and takes 8h 10m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Scotland to Exeter bus arrive?

Scotland to Exeter bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to Exeter train arrive?

Scotland to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Exeter is 443 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Scotland to Exeter.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Scotland to Exeter - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
3h 29m
£86–244
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
13h 10m
£28–91
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 10m
£60–317
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus
10h 56m
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exetercar 440.7 mi
7h 13m
£108–156
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 39m
£40–144
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 18m
£35–130
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 41m
£81–251
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 39m
£44–224
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
7h
£124–268
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 55m
£75–550

Scotland to Exeter by train

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Distance: 372.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Scotland and Exeter, England?

Loganair flies from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Wigan North Western and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 10m.

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