What is the best way to travel from Cheltenham to Exeter?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Cheltenham?
You can reach Exeter with just £9 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus3h 50m009:20CheltenhamArle Court13:10ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 09:20:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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FlixBus3h 40m019:05CheltenhamArle Court22:45ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 19:05:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 22:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Transport for Wales4h 42m005:40CheltenhamSpa Central Station10:22ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:40:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 43m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:31ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 3m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:51ExeterSt James Park Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St James Park Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 52m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:40ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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What are the fastest trips from Cheltenham to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter from Cheltenham in just 2h 43m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 43m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:31ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 52m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:40ExeterSt Thomas Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 3m005:48CheltenhamSpa Central Station08:51ExeterSt James Park Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:48:00 to St James Park Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 08:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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Transport for Wales4h 42m005:40CheltenhamSpa Central Station10:22ExeterSt Davids Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Spa Central Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:40:00 to St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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FlixBus3h 40m019:05CheltenhamArle Court22:45ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 19:05:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 22:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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FlixBus3h 50m009:20CheltenhamArle Court13:10ExeterCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 09:20:00 to Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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Bus from Cheltenham to Exeter
What are the most popular stations in Cheltenham and Exeter?
In Cheltenham, you will usually depart from Royal Well Coach Station, GCHQ or Racecourse, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Davids Station, Honiton Road or Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Cheltenham? With 6 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cheltenham and Exeter, you can pay as low as £9 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Exeter in just 2h 43m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cheltenham and Exeter are Great Western Railway (GWR), FlixBus and Transport for Wales, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cheltenham and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Shurdington or to Topsham, and look at flights from Gloucestershire Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cheltenham to Exeter?
The most popular companies between Cheltenham and Exeter, are Great Western Railway (GWR), FlixBus and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Cheltenham to Exeter
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cheltenham to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cheltenham to Exeter
How can I reach Exeter from Cheltenham?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Exeter from Cheltenham.
How far is Exeter from Cheltenham?
The distance between Cheltenham and Exeter is 166.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cheltenham and Exeter?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cheltenham to Exeter?
You can get to Exeter with just £9 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Exeter?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 2h 43m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
More routes to Cheltenham and to Exeter
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cheltenham and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
