Exeter to Durham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Durham

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

11 h 30 m

Average duration

12 h 52 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

469 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Exeter to Durham will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.

Fast coaches

To travel from Exeter to Durham you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX101 · NX590 · NX177
06:2513h40
Exeter, Honiton Road
20:05Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street
£431One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX101 · NX590 · NX177
06:1513h50
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
20:05Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street
£431One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX101 · NX120 · NX177
06:1513h50
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
20:05Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street
£461One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX101 · NX120 · NX177
06:2513h40
Exeter, Honiton Road
20:05Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street
£461One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX504 · NX598
16:4511h40
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
04:25Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street
£571One-way
1 change

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Compare coach and train for Exeter to Durham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £132.

Distance: 469 km

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Train

£60

Average Price

Cheapest

£147

Average Price

11h 3m

Average total duration

10h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 37m

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30m

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Live departures

Exeter to Durham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Durham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX101 · NX120 · NX177
On time
06:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
13h50
20:05 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street		2 changes
national_expressNX101 · NX590 · NX177
On time
06:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
13h50
20:05 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street		2 changes
national_expressNX101 · NX590 · NX17706:25 Exeter, Honiton Road
13h40
20:05 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street2 changes
national_expressNX101 · NX120 · NX17706:25 Exeter, Honiton Road
13h40
20:05 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street2 changes
national_expressNX504 · NX59816:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
11h40
04:25 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX59816:55 Exeter, Honiton Road
11h30
04:25 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to Durham

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Buses from Exeter to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 469 km distance in 11h 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
469 km
Average bus duration
10h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
11h 10m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:55
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 from Exeter to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Durham with National Express for as low as £41. 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
11h 10m
Cheapest Price
£37
National Express frequency
4 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Exeter to Durham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Exeter to Durham can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to Durham is £60; 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 Exeter to Durham is 11h 10m to travel the 469 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 Exeter to Durham leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Exeter to Durham leaves at 23:55.
There are 5 coaches a day from Exeter to Durham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Exeter to Durham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Durham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Exeter and Durham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Durham from Exeter is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Exeter to Durham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Exeter and Durham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Exeter to Durham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter to Durham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Exeter to Durham 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 Exeter to Durham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Exeter to Durham:
  • 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 Exeter to Durham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter to Durham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Exeter to Durham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter to Durham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Exeter to Durham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Durham

Exeter
Durham
The major coach station for departures in Exeter is Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) for your trip from Exeter to Durham.
Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
information
Exeter, Honiton RoadWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Honiton Road, Exeter, EX2 7NL, UK
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
Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride
information
address
Address
Exeter Honiton Road Park and Ride, Honiton Rd, EX2 7NL

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