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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
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 £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 Exeter for Birmingham 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 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 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 Exeter to Birmingham
Omio 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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £37.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Exeter to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:30 Exeter | 4h20 | 06:50 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:45 Exeter | 4h15 | 10:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 08:25 Exeter | 5h15 | 13:40 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 Exeter | 5h00 | 14:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Exeter | 5h00 | 16:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Exeter to Birmingham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Exeter to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Birmingham 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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Buses from Exeter to Birmingham
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.
FAQs: Exeter to Birmingham coach
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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Birmingham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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