The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford to Exeter
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Exeter will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bedford for Exeter every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bedford to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Exeter coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:15 Bedford | 10h45 | 02:00 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Exeter
Buses from Bedford to Exeter run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £32 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:29, the last at 21:16. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 00:29 |
Last bus 21:16 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Exeter with National Express for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bedford to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Exeter by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Exeter
- 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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