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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Exeter is to bus which costs £17 - £65 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Exeter?

The distance between Wakefield and Exeter is 271 miles. The road distance is 261.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £150.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St Davids takes 4h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Exeter bus from?

Wakefield to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Exeter train from?

Wakefield to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Exeter?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £65 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Wakefield to Exeter bus arrive?

Wakefield to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Exeter train arrive?

Wakefield to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Exeter is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Wakefield to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 19m
£60–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
7h 39m
£17–61
Drive 259.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Exeter259.7 mi
4h 24m
£66–95
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 19m
£90–342
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 21m
£79–208
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
5h 15m
£134–267

Wakefield to Exeter by train

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £60–150 and the journey takes 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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