What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Exeter is 211 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

The train from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter St Davids takes 3h 41m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?

Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter St DavidsManchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
3h 41m
£70–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
5h 25m
£16–41
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter197.3 mi
3h 14m
£50–72
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
3h 51m
£82–305
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 11m
£48–171
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street106 / ...
6h 29m
£23–76

Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter by train

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Newhall St and Bus Station in around 5h 25m.

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