The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Liverpool will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Exeter to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
NX104 · NX54113:358h30Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court22:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£211One-way1 change
NX101 · NX54116:558h40Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£211One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus7:108h40Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court15:50Liverpool, Liverpool One£231One-way1 change
NX106 · NX1203:159h15Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court12:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:2012h10Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0:30Liverpool, Liverpool One£261One-way1 change
NX104 · NX54113:358h30Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court22:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£211One-way1 change
NX101 · NX54116:558h40Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£211One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus7:108h40Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court15:50Liverpool, Liverpool One£231One-way1 change
NX106 · NX1203:159h15Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court12:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:2012h10Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0:30Liverpool, Liverpool One£261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 301 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Exeter to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Liverpool coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h25 | 15:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
NX101 · NX541 | 9:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 12h35 | 22:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 12h10 | 0:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
NX104 · NX541 | 13:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 11h40 | 1:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
NX106 · NX120 | 3:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 9h15 | 12:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Liverpool
Buses from Exeter to Liverpool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 301 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 301 km |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Exeter to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Liverpool
Most Exeter to Liverpool buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) from Exeter city centre
Getting to Exeter, Honiton Road from Exeter city centre
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road bus station facilities and services
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
Which Liverpool station do buses from Exeter arrive at?
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, Liverpool One from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
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