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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Exeter is to bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Wigan North Western and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Southport to Exeter?

The distance between Southport and Exeter is 271 miles. The road distance is 261.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Exeter without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 6h 14m and costs £65 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Southport to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Exeter bus from?

Southport to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Exeter train from?

Southport to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Southport to Exeter?

The best way to get from Southport to Exeter is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 6h 14m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Southport to Exeter bus arrive?

Southport to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Southport to Exeter train arrive?

Southport to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southport to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Exeter is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Southport to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Southport to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Southport to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New StreetWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 14m
£66–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
8h 56m
£20–68
Drive 259.8 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Exeter259.8 mi
4h 19m
£65–94
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southport to Bolton
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 39m
£96–311
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New StreetLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 21m
£66–209
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Railway Station1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
10h 46m
£89–203

Southport to Exeter by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.6 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Exeter St Davids via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 56m.

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