What is the best way to travel from Lancaster to Exeter?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Exeter from Lancaster. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Lancaster?
You can reach Exeter with just £37 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Northern6h 35m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:25ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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Northern7h 41m005:50LancasterCentral Station13:31ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 13:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 41m
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Northern6h 55m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:45ExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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Northern5h 54m005:50LancasterCentral Station11:44ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 11:44:00. 50 Economy ticket for £98 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 54m
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Northern6h 42m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:32ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £98 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Lancaster to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter from Lancaster in just 5h 54m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Northern5h 54m005:50LancasterCentral Station11:44ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 11:44:00. 50 Economy ticket for £98 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 54m
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Northern6h 35m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:25ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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Northern6h 42m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:32ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £98 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Northern6h 55m005:50LancasterCentral Station12:45ExeterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 12:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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Northern7h 41m005:50LancasterCentral Station13:31ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:50:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 13:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 41m
Fastest Trains Friday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 10m002:40LancasterCable St12:50ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 02:40:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Bus from Lancaster to Exeter
What are the most popular stations in Lancaster and Exeter?
In Lancaster, you will usually depart from University, Central Station or Wennington Train Station, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Lancaster? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lancaster and Exeter, you can pay as low as £37 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Exeter in just 5h 54m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lancaster and Exeter are Northern and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Lancaster and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Morecambe or to Topsham, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Lancaster to Exeter?
The most popular companies between Lancaster and Exeter, are Northern and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Lancaster to Exeter
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lancaster to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Lancaster to Exeter
How can I reach Exeter from Lancaster?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Exeter from Lancaster.
How far is Exeter from Lancaster?
The distance between Lancaster and Exeter is 373.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lancaster and Exeter?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 63 kgs, and a flight 92 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lancaster to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter with just £37 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Exeter?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 5h 54m with a Train from Northern.
More routes to Lancaster and to Exeter
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