The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol Airport to Exeter
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol Airport to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Exeter will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 25 buses that leave Bristol Airport for Exeter on Fri, Jun 19, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus8:55 PM1h40Bristol, Airport Bus Station10:35 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM1h40Bristol, Airport Bus Station1:10 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:45 AM1h50Bristol, Airport Bus Station8:35 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€91One-way0 transfers
NX10611:55 PM2h00Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange)1:55 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€151One-way0 transfers
NX10611:55 PM1h50Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange)1:45 AMExeter, Honiton Road€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM1h40Bristol, Airport Bus Station1:10 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:55 PM1h40Bristol, Airport Bus Station10:35 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€81One-way0 transfers
MFFAL9:35 PM1h47Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange)11:22 PMExeter, Honiton Road€281One-way0 transfers
MFFAL1:57 AM1h47Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange)3:44 AMExeter, Honiton Road€281One-way0 transfers
MFFAL3:57 AM1h48Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange)5:45 AMExeter, Honiton Road€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol Airport to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 93 km
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Airport to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Exeter buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 1h40 | 10:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
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MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 1:57 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h47 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 3:57 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h48 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 5:59 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h54 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 1h50 | 8:35 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 7:02 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 2h00 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 8:20 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h55 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX101 | 8:59 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 3h51 | 12:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 9:35 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h51 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 10:40 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h51 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX104 | 10:59 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h06 | 3:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 1h40 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 2:10 PM 11:40 AMBristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h51 | 4:05 PM 4:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX101 | 12:31 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h24 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
WXA1 · NX101 | 12:31 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h09 | 4:40 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 1 transfer | |
MFFAL | On time 3:10 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h55 | 5:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX102 | 3:19 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 3h26 | 6:45 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
MFFAL | On time 4:15 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h58 | 6:13 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 5:15 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h56 | 7:11 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 6:15 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h54 | 8:09 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 7:10 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h50 | 9:00 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 8:05 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h48 | 9:53 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 9:35 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1h47 | 11:22 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol Airport to Exeter
Buses from Bristol Airport to Exeter run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 93 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West from Bristol Airport to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Bristol Airport to Exeter with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol Airport to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport to Exeter by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol Airport to Exeter
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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