How to travel from Doncaster to Exeter, United Kingdom
The distance between Doncaster and Exeter is around 410km (255 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 10m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Doncaster to Exeter by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Exeter → Doncaster if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Exeter St Davids
Take the train to Exeter St Davids.
- Duration4h 15m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost£130($150)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Doncaster and Exeter
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Doncaster to Exeter by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £125 ($150) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £71 ($84).
The distance between Doncaster and Exeter is around 410km (255 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 351km (218 miles)
It takes around 5h 15m to get from Doncaster and Exeter by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Doncaster to Exeter is to drive which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx £71 ($84).
The cheapest way to travel between Doncaster and Exeter, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £125 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Doncaster and Exeter. It typically takes around 5h 15m and departs once a week.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Doncaster and Exeter with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 5h 15m.
CrossCountry run train services between Doncaster and Exeter. Trains depart once a week and will take around 5h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Doncaster and Exeter. We recommend that you drive to Exeter. instead which will take 4h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Doncaster to Exeter. We recommend that you take the train to Exeter St Davids. instead which will take 5h 15m.
The closest major airport to Exeter is Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Exeter. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Doncaster and Exeter. The distance is around 410km (255 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Doncaster to Exeter is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around £125 ($150).
Compare travel optionsbetween Doncaster and Exeter
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Exeter St Davids + 1 similar | 4h 15m | £130($150) | every 3 hours | 415km (258 miles) |
| Train | 5h 15m | £125($150) | once a week | 419km (260 miles) |
Drive | 4h 10m | £71($84) | on demand | 410km (255 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Doncaster and Exeter
Bus companies
Stagecoach South West
Train operators
Airports near Exeter
The following major airports near Exeter offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Exeter Airport (EXT)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Exeter
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 76km (47 miles) from Exeter
Bristol Airport (BRS)
- Distance
- 93km (58 miles) from Exeter