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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Exeter is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Marks Tey, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Exeter?

The distance between Stanstead and Exeter is 244 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Stanstead to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Exeter bus from?

Stanstead to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Exeter train from?

Stanstead to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Exeter?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Stanstead to Exeter bus arrive?

Stanstead to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Exeter train arrive?

Stanstead to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Exeter is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Stanstead to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Exeter.

Stanstead to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Stanstead to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 34m
£103–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
10h 19m
£43–71
Drive 241.9 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Exetercar 241.9 mi
4h 30m
£60–87
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
8h 16m
£261–603
Train via Groves Close
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
7h 57m
£92–178
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
9h 49m
£226–515

Stanstead to Exeter by bus and train

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Distance: 242.9 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Exeter St Davids via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 19m.

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