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

From Salcombe to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Salcombe to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 164 bus from Shadycombe Road station to Rail Station Forecourt 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 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Salcombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

137min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 164164
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Shadycombe Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shadycombe Road
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    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Totnes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt
    ID dvndajtd
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Totnes
    10 m • 1 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
    Exeter St Davids
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Salcombe to Exeter by bus and train via 164, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Salcombe to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 164 bus from Shadycombe Road station to Rail Station Forecourt station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Salcombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

136min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 164164
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Shadycombe Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shadycombe Road
    ID dvnawjwt
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Totnes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt
    ID dvndajtd
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Totnes
    10 m • 1 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
    Exeter St Davids
    31 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    680 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Salcombe to Exeter

The distance between Salcombe, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 82.57 km, which can typically be travelled in 137 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salcombe 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 Salcombe to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from Salcombe to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Salcombe) 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.

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Alternative route from Salcombe to Exeter by bus and train via 164, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Salcombe to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 164 bus from Shadycombe Road station to Rail Station Forecourt station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Salcombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

136min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 164164
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Shadycombe Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shadycombe Road
    ID dvnawjwt
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Totnes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt
    ID dvndajtd
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Totnes
    10 m • 1 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
    Exeter St Davids
    31 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    680 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 137 minutes, using Bus line 164, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 4.

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

    The alternative route takes 136 minutes, using Bus line 164, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Salcombe and Exeter?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Salcombe to Exeter?

    The 164 bus line goes from Shadycombe Road station near Salcombe in Salcombe to Totnes station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Totnes station near Exeter in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Salcombe to Exeter by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Salcombe in Salcombe and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 2 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Salcombe to get to Exeter?

    Get on the 164 bus from the Shadycombe Road stop near Salcombe in Salcombe.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Salcombe and Exeter?

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

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