The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Stansted
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Stansted will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 4 buses that leave Exeter for Stansted every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
3:405h55Exeter9:35Stansted£451One-way0 changes
7:307h00Exeter14:30Stansted£451One-way0 changes
6:307h00Exeter13:30Stansted£451One-way0 changes
9:107h00Exeter16:10Stansted£451One-way0 changes
3:405h55Exeter9:35Stansted£451One-way0 changes
9:107h00Exeter16:10Stansted£451One-way0 changes
7:307h00Exeter14:30Stansted£451One-way0 changes
6:307h00Exeter13:30Stansted£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Exeter to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £255.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £354 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:40 Exeter | 5h55 | 9:35 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 Exeter | 7h00 | 13:30 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Exeter | 7h00 | 14:30 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 Exeter | 7h00 | 16:10 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Stansted
Buses from Exeter to Stansted run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:44, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 0:44 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Exeter to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Stansted with National Express for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Stansted
- 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
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