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 train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 9m.

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 55m and costs £100 - £200.

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 55m.

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 55m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Exeter, including transfers.

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.

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 19m 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?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Exeter.

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 55m
£107–197
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
7h 9m
£37–62
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Exetercar 212.2 mi
4h 19m
£52–75
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
6h 16m
£110–288
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 14m
£89–199
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
7h 59m
£235–622
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 46m
£154–419

Southend-on-Sea to Exeter by train

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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 55m.

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