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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Exeter is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 13h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Exeter is to bus and fly which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Exeter?

The distance between Stranraer and Exeter is 496 miles. The road distance is 449.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Exeter without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Stranraer to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Exeter bus from?

Stranraer to Exeter bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Exeter train from?

Stranraer to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Exeter?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Exeter is to bus which takes 13h 53m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £360 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Stranraer to Exeter bus arrive?

Stranraer to Exeter bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Exeter train arrive?

Stranraer to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Exeter is 450 miles. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Stranraer to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Stranraer to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Stranraer to Exeter by bus, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
6h 53m
£106–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
13h 53m
£45–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
11h 35m
Drive 447.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Exeter447.1 mi
7h 25m
£110–159
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 55m
£63–164
Bus, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
7h 51m
£56–168
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
8h 46m
£99–261
Bus, train, train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
4. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
9h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
11h 46m
£85–360
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
14h 5m

Stranraer to Exeter by train

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11h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 493.4 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Bus Station in around 13h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 11h 46m.

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