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 via Bristol which costs £12 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

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 37m 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 Blue Gates and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

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 19m.

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 19m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 FlixBus, depart from Newhall St 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 or bus from West Midlands to Exeter?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £12 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the West Midlands to Exeter bus arrive?

West Midlands to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 37m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from West Midlands to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 19m
£42–144
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUk045 / ...
5h 40m
£12–36
Drive 157.6 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Exeter157.6 mi
2h 37m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
6h 29m
£17–48

West Midlands to Exeter by train

147Weekly Trains

3h 19mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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 £40–140 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blue Gates to Bampfylde Street via Brunel St, Newhall St, and Bus Station in around 5h 40m.

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