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

The cheapest way to get from Suffolk to Exeter is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Suffolk to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Suffolk and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Suffolk to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Stowmarket and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Suffolk to Exeter?

The distance between Suffolk and Exeter is 259 miles. The road distance is 256.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Suffolk to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Suffolk to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Suffolk to Exeter train from?

Suffolk to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stowmarket station.

Where does the Suffolk to Exeter train arrive?

Suffolk to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Suffolk to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Suffolk to Exeter is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Suffolk to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Exeter.

Suffolk to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Suffolk to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 17m
£85–236
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 40m
£41–182
Drive 254.9 mi
1. Drive from Suffolk to Exeter254.9 mi
4h 58m
£64–93
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Norwich
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)NWI - EXT
10h 15m
£210–630
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
7h 10m
£171–572

Suffolk to Exeter by train

143Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Stowmarket to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 17m.

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