4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Exeter
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol 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 to Exeter will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bristol for Exeter on Thu, Jul 16, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
FlixBus8:20 PM2h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:35 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€81One-way0 transfers- FlixBus6:15 AM2h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:35 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:15 AM1h50Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)5:05 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€101One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:25 PM1h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)9:20 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:55 AM2h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1:10 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:15 AM1h50Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)5:05 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€101One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:25 PM1h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)9:20 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€141One-way0 transfers
NX1041:00 PM1h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:55 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€181One-way0 transfers- FlixBus2:30 PM2h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:30 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:10 AM2h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1:10 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 104 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Exeter buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h20 | 8:35 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h15 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h00 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX104 | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h55 | 2:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h00 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX101 | 5:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h00 | 7:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h55 | 9:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h15 | 10:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h50 | 5:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Exeter
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Buses from Bristol to Exeter run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 104 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Infobus from Bristol to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Exeter with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Exeter
Most Bristol to Exeter buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Exeter bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, Bond Street North from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport bus station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) from Exeter city centre
Getting to Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride from Exeter city centre
Getting to Exeter, Honiton Road from Exeter city centre
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road bus station facilities and services
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
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