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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to bus which costs £13 - £27 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Exeter via Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Melksham to Exeter?

The distance between Melksham and Exeter is 102 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Exeter without a car is to line 272 bus and train which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Melksham to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Exeter bus from?

Melksham to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Exeter train from?

Melksham to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Exeter?

The best way to get from Melksham to Exeter is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Melksham to Exeter bus arrive?

Melksham to Exeter bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melksham to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Exeter is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Melksham to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Melksham to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, line 272 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 272 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 20m
£36–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
4h 59m
£13–27
Drive 86.9 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Exetercar 86.9 mi
1h 51m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 21m
£32–67

Melksham to Exeter by train

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Exeter via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 5m. South Western Railway also services this route twice daily.

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