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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 38m.

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 45m and costs £90 - £240.

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 Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

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 once daily, 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 Warrington which takes 8h 31m and costs £70 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m 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 FlixBus, 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 45m and costs £90 - £240. Alternatively, you can train via Warrington, which costs £70 - £330 and takes 8h 31m, you could also bus via Bristol, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 38m.

Where does the Scotland to Exeter bus arrive?

Scotland to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Scotland to Exeter train arrive?

Scotland to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Exeter is 443 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Scotland to Exeter.

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

Book your Scotland to Exeter train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Scotland to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1357+ hotels available in Exeter.

Scotland to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Exeter by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
3h 45m
£92–234
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
10h 38m
£30–76
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
8h 31m
£75–324
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exeter440.7 mi
7h 8m
£109–157
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 24m
£35–135
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 42m
£42–144
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 44m
£86–234
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
4h 50m
£49–215
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 55m
£120–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
13h 10m
£34–90

Scotland to Exeter by train

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8h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 372.6 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Scotland and Exeter, England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 31m.

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