4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to London
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to London will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 25 buses that leave Exeter for London every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 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.
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NX101 · NX040NX504NX504NX406NX501NX406NX501NX501
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 253 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 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 London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX501 | Delayed 13:15 05:45Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | Delayed 13:15 09:10Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 09:20 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h30 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:25 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 14:00 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:25 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX104 · NX040 | On time 13:35 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h55 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX104 · NX040 | On time 13:45 Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h45 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX501 | On time 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h25 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 17:05 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h15 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 22:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 21:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX040 | On time 17:15 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h05 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 01:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 05:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 01:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX404 | 01:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h25 | 06:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX404 | 01:15 Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 06:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX406 | 02:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h15 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX406 | 02:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h10 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX504 | 03:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h25 | 09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX504 | 04:00 Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 05:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 05:55 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h55 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX504 | 07:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h50 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX504 | 07:40 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Exeter to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Exeter to London run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Exeter to LondonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Exeter to London
It's easy and convenient to take buses from Exeter to London with National Express operating a dozen daily services between the two cities. The first departs at 1:05 a.m. and the last sets off at 5:55 p.m. Travel time for the 158-mile journey ranges from 4 hours and 20 minutes up to 5 hours and 5 minutes. All services are direct. Buses to London leave from Exeter Bus & Coach Station centrally located on Paris Street. Buses from Exeter arrive at London's Victoria Coach Station. Passengers can continue their journeys on buses which stop right outside or can walk to the nearby Victoria Bus or Underground Stations.
Taking the Bus from Exeter
The modernised Exeter bus and coach station is found behind the city's main high street on Bampfylde Street, unless passengers have heavy luggage or young children, it is an easy walk from most of Exeter's popular destinations. Local bus services are reliable and all routes stop within a short walk of the bus station. Alternatively city centre taxis are efficient and affordable. One thing to be aware of when taking buses from Exeter to London is the student diaspora; there are many Londoners studying here so, at the end of term, seats on buses and coaches tend to get booked up quickly.
Getting into London by Bus
All services stop at Victoria Coach Station on Buckingham Palace Road. This is next to Victoria train station and a ten minute walk to the palace itself. Popular theatres around here tend to show family friendly musicals such as Billy Elliott, Wicked and Matilda. Onward journeys by tube can be made on the District, Circle and Victoria lines.
FAQs: Exeter to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Exeter, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, Exeter, Honiton Road and Exeter, Sidwell Street (City Centre). When arriving in London, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London
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
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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