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 £29 - £75 and takes 11h 52m.

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 30m and costs £80 - £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 Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

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 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 20m and costs £120 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m 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 Cross Country, 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 30m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can train via Warrington, which costs £120 - £400 and takes 8h 20m, you could also bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 11h 52m.

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 Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids 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

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)plane EDI - EXT
3h 30m
£82–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
11h 52m
£29–72
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 20m
£124–397
Drive 440.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Exetercar 440.7 mi
7h 13m
£105–152
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 40m
£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 20m
£34–125
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 42m
£79–242
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 48m
£44–204
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 1m
£118–264
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 55m
£65–290
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 48m
£103–305

Scotland to Exeter by train

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 372.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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 Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 20m.

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