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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly and train which costs £70 - £180 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs £95 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Exeter?

The distance between Edinburgh and Exeter is 510 miles. The road distance is 440.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £220 - £330.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids takes 7h 39m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Exeter train from?

Edinburgh to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Exeter?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Exeter is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £220 - £330. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £95 - £280 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Exeter is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Exeter.

Edinburgh to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 39m
£220–330
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 21m
£69–192
Drive 438.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Exetercar 438.4 mi
7h 29m
£109–157
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 36m
£72–172
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 47m
£165–280
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
4h 20m
£96–272
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 19m
£108–222
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 52m
£92–232

Edinburgh to Exeter by train

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Distance: 506.8 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Exeter, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £220–330 and the journey takes 7h 39m. Alternatively, Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) 5 times a week.

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