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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Exeter is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Skegness and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Skegness station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Interchange Shelter, Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Grantham, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Skegness to Exeter?

The distance between Skegness and Exeter is 340 miles. The road distance is 271 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 41m and costs £85 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Skegness to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Exeter bus from?

Skegness to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Exeter train from?

Skegness to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Train or bus from Skegness to Exeter?

The best way to get from Skegness to Exeter is to train via London which takes 5h 41m and costs £85 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Skegness to Exeter bus arrive?

Skegness to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Skegness to Exeter train arrive?

Skegness to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Exeter is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Skegness to Exeter.

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

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Skegness to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Skegness to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Grantham
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Cross
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
5h 41m
£86–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Station151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
11h 7m
£36–81
Drive 269.4 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Exeter269.4 mi
5h 6m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
7h 8m
£66–225
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to DerbyLincoln Central - Matlock / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 20m
£105–392

Skegness to Exeter by train and subway

52Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.9 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Exeter St Davids via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Interchange Shelter, Central Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 7m.

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