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

Cornwall to Exeter - Bus Timetable

The SA2 bus from Cornwall to Exeter departs once a day at 17:04. The journey takes about 3 hr 33 min.

From Cornwall to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Cornwall to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the SA2 bus from Shelter station to Dean Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 4A bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Cornwall may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

213min
Walk to bus station
Bus - SA2SA2
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 4A4A
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Shelter

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shelter
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    1.87 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Bus - SA2SA2
    Wait for bus
    SA2
    Callington Rd Roundabout
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dean Street
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    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liskeard
    1000 m • 13 min
  • 5
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    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    92 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
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    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4A4A
    Wait for bus
    4A
    Clyst Honiton Exeter International Airport
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
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    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cornwall to Exeter

The distance between Cornwall, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 145.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 213 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cornwall 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 timetable from Cornwall to Exeter

To check the bus and train timetable from Cornwall to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cornwall) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 213 minutes, using Bus line SA2, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 4A.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Exeter?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cornwall to Exeter?

    The SA2 bus line goes from Shelter station near Cornwall in Luxulyan to Dean Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Dean Street station near Exeter in South West.

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

    The total travel time between Cornwall in Luxulyan and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 3 hr 33 min.

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

    Get on the SA2 bus from the Shelter stop near Cornwall in Luxulyan.

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

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

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