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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Exeter is to fly and train which takes 4h 17m and costs £65 - £160.

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 Exeter via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

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 twice 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 411 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 16m and costs £190 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 train via Warrington which takes 8h 16m and costs £190 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £230 and takes 4h 18m.

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 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?

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 603+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
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 17m
£65–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
12h 15m
£42–96
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 16m
£190–290
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exetercar 440.7 mi
7h 13m
£110–158
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 38m
£66–158
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h 18m
£82–224
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 40m
£107–255
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
5h 6m
£66–227
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
5h 10m
£114–387
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
8h 55m
£290–400
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 49m
£194–350

Scotland to Exeter by train

104Weekly Trains

8h 16mAverage Duration

£190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Exeter via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station in around 12h 15m.

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