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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Powys is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Powys is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Powys?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Powys. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Crossways via Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GJ and Merthyr Bus Station 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Powys?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Powys. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Pen-y-Bont via Bristol Temple Meads, Newport (S Wales) and Craven Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Exeter to Powys?

The distance between Exeter and Powys is 213 miles. The road distance is 162.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Powys without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Exeter to Powys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Powys bus from?

Exeter to Powys bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Powys train from?

Exeter to Powys train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Powys?

The best way to get from Exeter to Powys is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £95 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Exeter to Powys bus arrive?

Exeter to Powys bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Exeter to Powys train arrive?

Exeter to Powys train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Powys?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Powys is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Exeter to Powys.

Where can I stay near Powys?

There are 483+ hotels available in Powys.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven Armstrain
4. Take the train from Craven Arms to Pen-y-Bonttrain
6h 4m
£114–181
Drive 161.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Powyscar 161.3 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Crosswaysbus T4
8h 40m
£67–93
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Crosswaysbus T4
7h 20m
£96–150

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Powys via Bristol Temple Meads, Newport (S Wales), Craven Arms, and Pen-y-Bont in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Powys via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, Greyfriars Road GJ, Merthyr Bus Station 2, and Crossways in around 8h 40m.

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