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

The cheapest way to get from Southam to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southam to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southam and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Southam to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Chickabiddy Lane and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Upper Parade, Pool Meadow Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Southam and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Southam to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Leamington Spa and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Southam to Exeter?

The distance between Southam and Exeter is 216 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southam to Exeter without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 12m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Southam to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southam to Exeter bus from?

Southam to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southam to Exeter train from?

Southam to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leamington Spa station.

Train or bus from Southam to Exeter?

The best way to get from Southam to Exeter is to train via Reading which takes 4h 12m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Southam to Exeter bus arrive?

Southam to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Southam to Exeter train arrive?

Southam to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southam to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Southam to Exeter is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Southam to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 511+ hotels available in Exeter.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 12m
£101–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
7h 55m
£39–90
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Southam to Exetercar 158.5 mi
2h 53m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 3m
£111–158
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Banbury to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 56m
£88–173

Southam to Exeter by bus and train

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Distance: 215.2 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Southam, Warwickshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Warwick House to Exeter St Davids via Upper Parade, Parish Church, Leamington Spa, and Reading in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street twice daily. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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