The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Exeter
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Exeter will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gloucester for Exeter every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 155 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Gloucester to Exeter bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:45 Gloucester | 6h05 | 11:50 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 Gloucester | 5h55 | 15:25 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:20 Gloucester | 5h20 | 00:40 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Exeter
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 01:07 |
Last bus 22:13 |
Bus providers: National Express from Gloucester to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Exeter with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Exeter
- 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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