The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Exeter
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Exeter will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bradford for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 362 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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 Bradford to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 362 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bradford to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Exeter coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:25 Bradford | 11h15 | 00:40 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 February | |||||
![]() | 10:10 Bradford | 9h50 | 20:00 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Exeter
Buses from Bradford to Exeter run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:44, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 362 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 362 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:44 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bradford to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Exeter with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bradford to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford 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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