How to travel from Swindon to Exeter

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Compare train and bus for Swindon to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 812 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 812, while a train costs an average of Kč 1,273.

Distance: 95 miles (153 km)

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Driving

Kč 1,273

Average price

Kč 812

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Cheapest

Kč 924

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

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30m

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6h 56m

Average total duration

6h 26m

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2h 7m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Swindon to Exeter

Compare the available ways to get from Swindon to Exeter, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Exeter is a bus with an average price of Kč 812.

This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Exeter:

A bus is Kč 462 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Exeter costing on average Kč 1,273.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and Exeter including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Swindon to Exeter among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around Kč 1,273 compared to roughly Kč 924 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Swindon to Exeter

How to get from Swindon to Exeter by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Swindon to Exeter is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Swindon to Exeter

Travel to Exeter easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swindon to Exeter.

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There are 2 options to travel between Swindon and Exeter including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Exeter is a bus with an average price of Kč 812.

This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Exeter:

A bus is Kč 462 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Exeter costing on average Kč 1,273.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 56m.

The distance from Swindon to Exeter is approximately 95 miles (153 km).
The average frequency per day from Swindon to Exeter is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon and Exeter as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Swindon to Exeter:
  • Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Exeter St Davids (EXD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) and arrive in Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Swindon to Exeter, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway to go to Exeter by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Exeter by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Swindon to Exeter often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol Airport, Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Exeter and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Exeter to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Exeter allows visitors to explore the city's historic sites, such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, and the Quayside, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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