What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Exeter is to bus which costs £14 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Crocketts Lane and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Exeter?

The distance between West Midlands and Exeter is 169 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £150.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from West Midlands to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Exeter bus from?

West Midlands to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Exeter train from?

West Midlands to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from West Midlands to Exeter?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 6h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £230 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the West Midlands to Exeter bus arrive?

West Midlands to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the West Midlands to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Midlands to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Exeter is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from West Midlands to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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West Midlands to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from West Midlands to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 26m
£32–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
6h 25m
£14–43
Drive 157.6 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Exetercar 157.6 mi
2h 39m
£39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Exeter (EXT)plane BHX - EXT
6h 3m
£91–226
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from The Hawthorns to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 15m
£85–158

West Midlands to Exeter by train

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £30–140 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £12–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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