Crawley to Exeter bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Crawley to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

7 h 10 m

Average duration

7 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

238 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Crawley to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Crawley to Exeter will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Crawley 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 238 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.

  • FlixBus
    20:557h10
    Crawley
    4:05Exeter
    £201One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Crawley to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £339.

Distance: 238 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£404

Average Price

£66

Average Price

5h 40m

Average total duration

5h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 48m

Average total duration

5h 48m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

4h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 24m

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30m

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Live departures

Crawley to Exeter bus times

The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Exeter coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Metrobus6:09 Crawley
6h01
12:10 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus9:41 Crawley
5h29
15:10 Exeter3 changes
Metrobus9:41 Crawley
5h29
15:10 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus13:49 Crawley
5h41
19:30 Exeter3 changes
Metrobus13:49 Crawley
5h41
19:30 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus15:59 Crawley
5h21
21:20 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus17:44 Crawley
5h16
23:00 Exeter3 changes
Metrobus17:44 Crawley
5h16
23:00 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus19:02 Crawley
5h28
0:30 Exeter2 changes
Metrobus21:13 Crawley
5h47
3:00 Exeter3 changes
Metrobus21:13 Crawley
5h47
3:00 Exeter2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as Metrobus offer coaches services from Crawley to Exeter.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Crawley to Exeter.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Crawley to Exeter

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Buses from Crawley to Exeter run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:42, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 7h 10m.

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
238 km
Average bus duration
5h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
7h 10m
First bus
0:42
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
14 days
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, Metrobus from Crawley to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Crawley to Exeter with National Express, Metrobus for as low as £20. 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
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£58
National Express frequency
9 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.

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 16m
Cheapest Price
£42
Metrobus frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Crawley to Exeter coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Crawley to Exeter can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Crawley to Exeter is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Crawley to Exeter is 7h 10m to travel the 238 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Crawley to Exeter leaves at 0:42. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Crawley to Exeter leaves at 23:45.
There are 17 coaches a day from Crawley to Exeter which require at least one change with National Express, Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Crawley to Exeter, you can count on National Express, Metrobus for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Crawley and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Exeter from Crawley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Crawley to Exeter is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Crawley and Exeter including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Crawley to Exeter for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Crawley to Exeter:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Crawley to Exeter depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Crawley to Exeter.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Crawley to Exeter:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Crawley to Exeter:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Crawley to Exeter.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Crawley to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Crawley to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Crawley to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Exeter

Crawley
Exeter
Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Honiton Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the station (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area
Public transport options for Exeter, Honiton Road
  • Bus: 4, 9, 56

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