The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Exeter
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Exeter will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Exeter without transferring at least once.
NX550 · NX101
NX550 · NX101
NX551 · NX101
NX551 · NX101
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX550 · NX102
NX550 · NX102
NX550 · NX104
NX550 · NX104
NX550 · NX101Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 301 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Liverpool to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Exeter buses for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Liverpool | 8h50 | 8:00 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Liverpool | 9h50 | 12:40 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Liverpool | 13h10 | 11:50 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Liverpool | 13h20 | 12:05 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Exeter
Buses from Liverpool to Exeter run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 301 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 301 km |
Average bus duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Exeter with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

When departing from Liverpool, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and Liverpool, University. When arriving in Exeter, you can end your journey in coach stations like Exeter, Sidmouth Road (Sowton Park And Ride), Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride and Exeter, Honiton Road.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Sidmouth Road (Sowton Park And Ride), located 3.2 miles (5.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Exeter
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
- 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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