4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Bristol
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Bristol 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 Exeter for Bristol on Thu, Nov 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
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Compare train and bus for Exeter to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Bristol 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 12m. 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 €17.
Distance: 104 km
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m 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
Exeter to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Bristol buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX106 | 3:15 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2h25 | 5:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX101 | Delayed 6:30 PM 8:40 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h55 | 10:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h55 | 11:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX104 | 1:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h55 | 3:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX101 | Delayed 6:30 PM 4:55 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2h40 | 7:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h55 | 7:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h45 | 2:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Exeter to Bristol
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Buses from Exeter to Bristol run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 104 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Exeter to BristolYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Bristol with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus 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 Exeter to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Exeter, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride, Exeter, Honiton Road and Exeter, Sidwell Street (City Centre). When arriving in Bristol, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bristol, Airport, Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) and Bristol, Bond Street North.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Airport, located 8.6 miles (13.8 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular bus stations from Exeter to Bristol
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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