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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Exeter is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs £90 - £300.

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 23m.

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 23m and costs £110 - £350.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St Davids takes 4h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Exeter train from?

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

There are 1336+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 23m
£110–350
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
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 20m
£62–211
Drive 259.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Exeter259.7 mi
4h 24m
£64–92
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 17m
£90–292
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 19m
£112–305

Wakefield to Exeter by train

98Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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 £110–350 and the journey takes 4h 23m.

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