How to travel from Middlesbrough to Exeter, United Kingdom
The distance between Middlesbrough and Exeter is around 538km (334 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Middlesbrough to Exeter by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Exeter → Middlesbrough if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Newcastle then fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT).
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical cost£170($205)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to London Kings Cross and then to Exeter St Davids.
- Duration5h 5m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost£115($135)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus via Leeds City Centre, Bus Stn stand 1
Take the bus to Leeds City Centre Bus Stn stand 1 then Cabot Circus and then to Exeter Sidwell St.
- Duration8hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost£36($43)
Multiple bus operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Middlesbrough and Exeter
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Middlesbrough to Exeter by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £36 ($43) and will take around 8hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £170 ($205).
The distance between Middlesbrough and Exeter is around 538km (334 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 455km (283 miles)
It takes around 5h 5m to get from Middlesbrough and Exeter by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Middlesbrough to Exeter is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx £170 ($205).
The cheapest way to travel between Middlesbrough and Exeter, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £36 ($43) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Middlesbrough and Exeter. It typically takes around 5h 5m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Middlesbrough to Exeter. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Darlington, London Kings Cross and Paddington. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 5m.
LNER, Grand Central, Great Western Railway and CrossCountry run train services between Middlesbrough and Exeter. Trains depart hourly and will take around 5h 5m, 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 Middlesbrough and Exeter. It typically takes around 9h 20m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Middlesbrough to Exeter. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bristol Bond St. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 9h 20m.
Megabus UK, Stagecoach South West, National Express and FlixBus run regular bus services between Middlesbrough and Exeter. Buses run twice daily and take around 9h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Middlesbrough to Exeter. We recommend that you take the train to Newcastle then fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT). instead which will take 2h 45m.
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 Middlesbrough and Exeter. The distance is around 538km (334 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Middlesbrough to Exeter is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 5m and will usually cost around £115 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Middlesbrough and Exeter
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 2h 45m | £170($205) | once daily | 594km (369 miles) |
| Train to Newcastle, plane | 3h 45m | £150($180) | once daily | 638km (397 miles) |
| Train to Edinburgh, Fly | 4h 20m | £315($375) | hourly | 879km (546 miles) |
| Train to Newcastle, plane | 5hrs | £350($415) | once daily | 799km (496 miles) |
| Train to Newcastle, plane | 5h 15m | £260($305) | once daily | 735km (457 miles) |
| Train to Manchester Airport, plane | 6h 60m | £180($215) | 4 times a week | 763km (474 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 5h 5m | £115($135) | hourly | 678km (421 miles) |
| Train to Exeter St Davids | 5h 60m | £170($200) | every 4 hours | 581km (361 miles) |
Bus via Leeds City Centre, Bus Stn stand 1 + 1 similar | 8hrs | £36($43) | once daily | 567km (352 miles) |
| Bus | 9h 20m | £37($44) | twice daily | 548km (340 miles) |
Drive | 5h 30m | £95($110) | on demand | 538km (334 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Middlesbrough and Exeter
Train operators
LNER
Grand Central
Bus companies
Stagecoach South West
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
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