How to travel from Exeter to Truro, United Kingdom

The distance between Exeter and Truro is around 141km (88 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Exeter to Truro by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out TruroExeter if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Truro.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £38($45)
Operated byGreat Western Railway+ 1 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Plymouth Coach Station Armada Way and then to Truro.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    £11($13)

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Drive

Drive to Truro.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Distance141km (88 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Exeter and Truro

There are several options for getting from Exeter to Truro by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £7 ($8) and will take around 4h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £25 ($29).

The distance between Exeter and Truro is around 141km (88 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 120km (74 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Exeter and Truro by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Exeter to Truro is to drive which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx £25 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Exeter and Truro, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £7 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Exeter and Truro. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Exeter and Truro with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 35m.

Great Western Railway and CrossCountry run train services between Exeter and Truro. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Exeter and Truro. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Exeter and Truro with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 4h 15m.

National Express and FlixBus run regular bus services between Exeter and Truro. Buses run twice daily and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Exeter to Truro. We recommend that you take the train to Truro. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Truro is Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) (NQY) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Truro. Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) and Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) 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 Exeter and Truro. The distance is around 141km (88 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Exeter to Truro is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around £38 ($45).

How do I get from Exeter to Truro

Compare travel optionsbetween Exeter and Truro

Transport options from Exeter to Truro
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 35m
£38($45)
hourly168km (104 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3hrs
£11($13)
twice daily157km (98 miles)
Bus to Truro4h 15m
£7($8)
twice daily178km (111 miles)
Drive
1h 30m
£25($29)
on demand141km (88 miles)

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Airports near Truro

The following major airports near Truro offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

NQY
Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Truro
EXT
Exeter Airport (EXT)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Truro
CWL
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
174km (108 miles) from Truro