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

The cheapest way to get from Westminster to Exeter is to rideshare which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Westminster to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Westminster and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Westminster and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Westminster to Exeter?

The distance between Westminster and Exeter is 173 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westminster to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £65 - £160.

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

The train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Westminster to Exeter bus from?

Westminster to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Westminster to Exeter train from?

Westminster to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Westminster to Exeter?

The best way to get from Westminster to Exeter is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £80 and takes 4h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £150 - £430 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Westminster to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Westminster to Exeter train arrive?

Westminster to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Westminster to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Westminster to Exeter is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Westminster to Exeter.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Westminster to Exeter?

Book your Westminster to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 992+ hotels available in Exeter.

Can I share a ride from Westminster to Exeter?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Westminster and Exeter. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Westminster to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Westminster to Exeter by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 8m
£65–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Exeterrideshare 169.7 mi
3h 46m
£15–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
4h 40m
£16–80
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
5h 20m
£152–426
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Westminster to Exetercar 169.3 mi
3h 13m
£42–61
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
5h 7m
£106–273
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 32m
£239–675

Westminster to Exeter by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 2h 8m. South Western Railway also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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