The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Exeter
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Exeter will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dover 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 341 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dover to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 341 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dover to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Exeter coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 Dover | 9h10 | 22:00 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Exeter
Buses from Dover to Exeter run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:44, the last at 17:50. The fastest coach covers the 341 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 341 km |
Average bus duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:44 |
Last bus 17:50 |
FAQs: Dover to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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 Dover 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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