4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Exeter
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Exeter will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Exeter without transferring at least once.
NX120 · NX101NX120 · NX106
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. 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 €15, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 319 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price | €92 Average price |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Exeter buses for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 · NX100 · NX101 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 12h55 | 12:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, December 13 | |||||
| NX181 · NX101 | 4:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h40 | 12:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX101 | 8:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h50 | 4:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 7h35 | 4:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 7h15 | 4:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX102 | On time 10:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h15 | 6:15 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 9h35 | 9:15 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 9h15 | 9:15 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX101 | 12:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h35 | 9:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX501 | Delayed 1:30 PM 12:45 PMManchester, Coach Station | 10h15 | 11:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX504 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 11h00 | 12:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Exeter run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 319 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 319 km |
Average bus duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Exeter with National Express, Megabus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Airport. When arriving in Exeter, you can end your trip in coach stations like Exeter, Honiton Road, Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride and Exeter, Sidmouth Road (Sowton Park And Ride).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Honiton Road, located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Exeter
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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