How to get from Bath to Exeter by bus and train?

From Bath to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Bath to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the D1 bus from Guildhall station to Slag Lane station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 4 bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Bath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

160min
Walk to bus station
Bus - D1D1
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Guildhall

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    Guildhall
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    190 m • 3 min
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    Bus - D1D1
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    D1
    Warminster
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    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slag Lane
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    62 min
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    Westbury (Wilts)
    380 m • 5 min
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    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 6
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    Exeter St Davids
    63 min
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    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
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    60 m • 1 min
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    Bus - 44
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    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 9
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    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
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    8 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bath to Exeter by bus and train via GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, CROSSCOUNTRY and 4

To get from Bath to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Bath Spa station to Bristol Temple Meads station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CROSSCOUNTRY train and finally take the 4 bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Bath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Bath Spa

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    Bath Spa
    580 m • 8 min
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    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
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    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 3
    Ride to train station
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    Bristol Temple Meads
    18 min
  • 4
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    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    60 min
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    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bath to Exeter

The distance between Bath, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 157.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bath to Exeter by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bath to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from Bath to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bath) and destination (Exeter), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bath to Exeter by bus and train via GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, CROSSCOUNTRY and 4

To get from Bath to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Bath Spa station to Bristol Temple Meads station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CROSSCOUNTRY train and finally take the 4 bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Bath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Bath Spa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bath Spa
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bristol Temple Meads
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line D1, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bath to Exeter?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 4.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bath and Exeter in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bath to Exeter in South West?

    The D1 bus line goes from Guildhall station near Bath to Warminster station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Warminster station near Exeter in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bath to Exeter in South West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Bath and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 2 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bath to get to Exeter in South West?

    Get on the D1 bus from the Guildhall stop near Bath in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bath and Exeter in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Warminster stop, which is closest to Exeter in South West.

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