Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 14 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

225 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Exeter Central (EXC) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.

National Express
15:005h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
20:00Exeter Central (EXC)
£191One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
13:556h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
20:15Exeter Central (EXC)
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:004h10
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
21:10Exeter Central (EXC)
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:155h45
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
20:00Exeter Central (EXC)
£281One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:154h55
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
21:10Exeter Central (EXC)
£301One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 225 km

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£22

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Cheapest

£56

Average Price

4h 45m

Average total duration

4h 15m

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3h 8m

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2h 38m

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Live departures

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus13:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
6h20
20:15 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect
national_express20:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h40
00:40 Exeter Central (EXC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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Buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
225 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
06:50
Last bus
20:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)You can travel by bus between Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£21
Megabus frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) coach time is 5 h 17 min   covering the 140 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) leaves at 17: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
There are 11 coaches a day from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter Central (EXC) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Exeter Central (EXC) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
    No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC).

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