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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£20
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£41
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
4 h 26 m
Buses on 29 Aug
13
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Birmingham will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 13 buses from Exeter to Birmingham, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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
NX101
NX101
NX101
NX101
NX101
NX101
NX104
NX101
NX101Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 225 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 17:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
NX101 | 16:50 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 21:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 22:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 17:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h25 | 21:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
NX406 · NX210 | 2:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h05 | 10:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX406 · NX210 | 2:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 8h00 | 10:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX400 | 4:40 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h20 | 13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX400 | 4:45 Exeter, Honiton Road | 8h15 | 13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h00 | 12:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 9:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h30 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 9:40 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h20 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Exeter to Birmingham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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 20m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 22:12 |
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Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
Travelers from Exeter to Birmingham can make this journey in just over 4 hours with National Express. Furthermore, National Express provides a direct service between these two university cities. However, occasionally routes involve a change in Bristol. In this case, the journey takes around 5 hours. The earliest bus departs from Exeter after 6:00 a.m, arriving into Birmingham around 4 hours later. During the day, the service runs around 4 times, i.e. approximately once every 4 hours. The final bus leaves Exeter at roughly 6:00 p.m. National Express runs buses from Exeter to Birmingham 7 days a week and both bus stations are conveniently located in the city centres.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Birmingham buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court. ATMs are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Wheelchair accessible.
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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