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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to London
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
26
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 £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 26 buses that leave Exeter for London every day 20 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 23 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 35 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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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 £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 253 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m 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 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| FlixBus | 09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 14:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 13:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 09:20 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h30 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX040 | On time 10:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h40 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX101 · NX040 | On time 10:20 Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h30 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX501 | 12:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h50 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 12:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 16:50 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 | |
| NX504 | 16:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h10 | 22:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 21:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX040 | On time 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 6h25 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX504 | 16:55 Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h25 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX040 | On time 17:15 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h05 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Exeter to London run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Exeter to LondonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £9. 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 London
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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
- 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- 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
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