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

From Preston to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Preston to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Post Office station to Fleming Way station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Parkway station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

221min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Post Office

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Post Office
    ID glogajwj
    1.19 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Fleming Way (J3)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fleming Way
    ID swimtjd
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    340 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Swansea
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bristol Parkway
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    81 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    1.45 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Exeter by bus and train via 51, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Preston to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Post Office station to Fleming Way station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Reading station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 240 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

240min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Post Office

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Post Office
    ID glogajwj
    1.19 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Fleming Way (J3)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fleming Way
    ID swimtjd
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    340 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    27 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    94 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 Preston to Exeter

The distance between Preston, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 216.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 221 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston 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 Preston to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from Preston to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Preston) 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 Preston to Exeter by bus and train via 51, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Preston to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Post Office station to Fleming Way station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Reading station to Exeter St Davids station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 240 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

240min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Post Office

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Post Office
    ID glogajwj
    1.19 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Fleming Way (J3)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fleming Way
    ID swimtjd
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swindon
    340 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    27 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    94 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 Preston to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 221 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

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

    The alternative route takes 240 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Preston 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 3 hr 41 min.

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

    The 51 bus line goes from Post Office station near Preston to Fleming Way (J3) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Fleming Way (J3) station near Exeter in South West.

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

    The total travel time between Preston and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 3 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the 51 bus from the Post Office stop near Preston in South West.

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

    Get off the bus at the Fleming Way (J3) station, which is closest to Exeter in South West.

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