The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Exeter
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Exeter will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham for Exeter 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 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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 Birmingham to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Birmingham to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Exeter coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:55 Birmingham | 6h20 | 20:15 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Birmingham | 5h00 | 20:00 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Birmingham | 4h40 | 00:40 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:40 Birmingham | 7h25 | 04:05 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Exeter
Buses from Birmingham to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 22:12. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Exeter with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Exeter
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
- 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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