United KingdomExeter ( EK-sit-ər) is a cathedral city and the county town of Devon in South West England. It is situated on the River Exe, approximately 36 mi (58 km) northeast of Plymouth and 65 mi (105 km) southwest of Bristol. In 2024, Exeter had a population of 137,894, making it the second largest settlement in Devon after Plymouth. Under local government restructuring plans Exeter will, with the addition of parishes from East Devon, Teignbridge and Mid Devon, become the Exeter unitary authority from 2028.
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Climate in Exeter
Best time to visit: Jul–Aug
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Day trips and nearby cities from Exeter
Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Exeter; times are rough estimates by road.
Day tripPlymouth
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59 km≈ 1 h 10 min
Day tripCardiff
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88 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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Newport
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103 km≈ 1 h 35 min
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Swansea
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104 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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104 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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Poole
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109 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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Bath
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109 km≈ 1 h 40 min
Day tripBournemouth
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116 km≈ 1 h 50 min
From Exeter you can reach Plymouth (59 km), Cardiff (88 km), Newport (103 km), Swansea (104 km) and Bristol (104 km) in about 1 h 10 min to 1 h 40 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
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Questions about Exeter
The most pleasant months are Jul to Aug, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 7°C in November.
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Most visitors enjoy 2 to 3 days. Use the route builder below to get a day-by-day plan that groups sights by neighbourhood and includes lunch.