How to travel from Leeds to Exmouth, United Kingdom

The distance between Leeds and Exmouth is around 457km (284 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 45m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Leeds to Exmouth by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Exeter St Davids.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £140($170)
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Bus

Take the bus to Cabot Circus and then to Exeter Sidwell St.

  • Duration7h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    £28($33)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Exmouth.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Distance457km (284 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Leeds and Exmouth

There are several options for getting from Leeds to Exmouth by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £28 ($33) and will take around 7h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £52 ($62).

The distance between Leeds and Exmouth is around 457km (284 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 376km (233 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Leeds and Exmouth by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Leeds to Exmouth is to drive which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx £52 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Leeds and Exmouth, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £28 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Leeds and Exmouth. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Leeds to Exmouth. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Exeter St Davids. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

CrossCountry run train services between Leeds and Exmouth. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 5hrs, 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 Leeds and Exmouth. It typically takes around 7h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Leeds to Exmouth. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus & Coach Station and Exeter Sidwell St. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 7h 30m.

FlixBus and National Express run regular bus services between Leeds and Exmouth. Buses run once daily and take around 7h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Leeds to Exmouth. We recommend that you take the train to Exeter St Davids. instead which will take 5hrs.

The closest major airport to Exmouth is Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Exmouth. 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 Leeds and Exmouth. The distance is around 457km (284 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Leeds to Exmouth is to take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around £140 ($170).

How do I get from Leeds to Exmouth

Compare travel optionsbetween Leeds and Exmouth

Transport options from Leeds to Exmouth
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
5hrs
£140($170)
every 3 hours464km (288 miles)
Bus
7h 30m
£28($33)
once daily481km (299 miles)
Drive
4h 45m
£52($62)
on demand457km (284 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Leeds and Exmouth

Airports near Exmouth

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

EXT
Exeter Airport (EXT)
International Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Exmouth
CWL
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
87km (54 miles) from Exmouth
BRS
Bristol Airport (BRS)
International Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Exmouth