How to get from West Swindon to Exeter by bus and train?

From West Swindon to Exeter by bus and train

To get from West Swindon to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 53 bus from Mannington Roundabout station to Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from West Swindon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

144min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5353
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Mannington Roundabout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannington Roundabout
    ID swiampt
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Fleming Way (J2)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID swidgdm
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bristol Temple Meads
    39 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    59 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    1.45 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from West Swindon to Exeter by bus and train via 55, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from West Swindon to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 55 bus from Mannington Roundabout station to Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from West Swindon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

154min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Mannington Roundabout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannington Roundabout
    ID swiampt
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fleming Way (H)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID swidgdm
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bristol Temple Meads
    39 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    59 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    1.45 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from West Swindon to Exeter

The distance between West Swindon, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 191.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Swindon 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 West Swindon to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from West Swindon to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (West Swindon) 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 West Swindon to Exeter by bus and train via 55, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from West Swindon to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 55 bus from Mannington Roundabout station to Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from West Swindon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

154min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Mannington Roundabout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannington Roundabout
    ID swiampt
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fleming Way (H)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID swidgdm
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bristol Temple Meads
    39 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    59 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    1.45 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from West Swindon to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Bus line 53, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from West Swindon to Exeter?

    The alternative route takes 154 minutes, using Bus line 55, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 24 min.

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

    The 53 bus line goes from Mannington Roundabout station near West Swindon to Fleming Way (J2) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Fleming Way (J2) station near Exeter in South West.

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

    The total travel time between West Swindon and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 2 hr 24 min.

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

    Get on the 53 bus from the Mannington Roundabout stop near West Swindon in South West.

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

    Get off the bus at the Fleming Way (J2) station, which is closest to Exeter in South West.

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