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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Exeter is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Sleaford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Sleaford station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Peterborough, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Exeter?

The distance between Sleaford and Exeter is 288 miles. The road distance is 233.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 31m and costs £85 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Sleaford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Exeter bus from?

Sleaford to Exeter bus services, operated by Central Connect, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Sleaford to Exeter?

The best way to get from Sleaford to Exeter is to train via London which takes 4h 31m and costs £85 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Sleaford to Exeter bus arrive?

Sleaford to Exeter bus services, operated by Central Connect, arrive at Nottingham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Exeter train arrive?

Sleaford to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Exeter is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Sleaford to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sleaford to Exeter by 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.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Cross
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
4h 31m
£87–256
Drive 232.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Exeter232.5 mi
4h 16m
£58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Nottingham station93
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station150 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
10h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
6h 9m
£59–210
Train #2
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Central
6h 54m
£63–231

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 286.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Exeter St Davids via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 6m.

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