The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Exeter
- Cheapest price on Nov 11
- €47
- Average ticket price on Nov 11
- €76
- Fastest journey on Nov 11
- 14 h 35 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 11
- 15 h 11 m
- Buses on Nov 11
- 21
- Distance
- 582 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Exeter without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:01 PM 16h09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €47 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:33 PM 17h57 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €59 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 PM 15h45 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South 1:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €63 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:45 PM 16h25 Edinburgh, Bus Station 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €64 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:55 PM 16h15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €64 1 One-way 2 transfers
NX594 · NX5019:25 PM 14h35 Edinburgh, Bus Station 12:00 PM Exeter, Honiton Road €108 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:40 PM 14h40 Edinburgh, Bus Station 1:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €72 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX594 · NX5019:25 PM 14h45 Edinburgh, Bus Station 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €108 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 PM 15h45 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South 1:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €63 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:01 PM 16h09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court €47 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Exeter
Buses from Edinburgh to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 14h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:29, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 582 km distance in 12h 10m.
Distance 582 km |
Average bus duration 14h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 12h 10m |
First bus 12:29 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Exeter trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Edinburgh to Exeter.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Exeter buses for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 16h25 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 16h20 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 16h15 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:01 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 16h09 | 1:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
NX594 · NX501 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h35 | 12:00 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · NX501 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h45 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 15h45 | 1:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
NX598 · NX504 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 17h25 | 3:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX598 · NX504 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 17h15 | 3:00 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 18h20 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 18h15 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 17h57 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h40 | 1:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 17h00 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 20h50 | 5:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 20h46 | 5:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 20h40 | 5:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 20h31 | 5:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
NX591 · NX406 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 16h15 | 2:50 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX406 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 16h25 | 3:00 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 18h05 | 5:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Exeter
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Exeter
Most Edinburgh to Exeter buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter, Honiton Road. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Exeter bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Exeter leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Exeter station do buses from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court from Exeter city centre
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court bus station facilities and services
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court. ATMs are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Wheelchair accessible.
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.
Bus stations for Edinburgh to Exeter
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