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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at Exeter via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Exeter?

The distance between Lincoln and Exeter is 256 miles. The road distance is 240.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Lincoln to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Exeter bus from?

Lincoln to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Exeter train from?

Lincoln to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Exeter?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Lincoln to Exeter bus arrive?

Lincoln to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Lincoln to Exeter train arrive?

Lincoln to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Exeter is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Lincoln to Exeter.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Lincoln to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Derbytrain Lincoln Central - Matlock / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 40m
£112–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
8h 35m
£36–55
Drive 239 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Exetercar 239 mi
4h 13m
£60–86

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Distance: 255 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Exeter St Davids via Derby in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to Exeter via St Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

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