What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Exeter is 220 miles. The road distance is 213.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Exeter bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Exeter train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Exeter bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Exeter train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Exeter is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Southend-on-Sea to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 58m
£77–152
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West HamShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 15m
£25–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Honiton Road P&R501 / ...
7h 31m
£30–62
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter212.2 mi
4h 17m
£53–77
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Ham
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
7h 2m
£191–474
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
8h 21m
£36–89
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
7h 1m
£159–449
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
6h 13m
£124–314

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter by train

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Honiton Road P&R every 2 hours. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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