NX541 · NX10614:5511h00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1:55Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£271One-way1 change
NX421 · NX1011:4511h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place12:50Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£271One-way1 change
NX541 · NX1017:358h55Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place16:30Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:5011h45Liverpool, Liverpool One22:35Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£411One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:2512h40Liverpool, Liverpool One5:05Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£511One-way1 change
NX541 · NX1017:358h55Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place16:30Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£301One-way1 change
NX541 · NX10614:5511h00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1:55Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£271One-way1 change
NX421 · NX1011:4511h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place12:50Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£271One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:5011h45Liverpool, Liverpool One22:35Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£411One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0512h15Liverpool, Liverpool One21:20Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court£521One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Exeter
The cheapest option from Liverpool to Exeter is coach, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 301 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest option | £67 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest option 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
Liverpool to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Exeter coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX541 · NX101 | On time 7:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 16:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 12h15 | 21:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 11h45 | 22:35 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
NX541 · NX106 | On time 14:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 11h00 | 1:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 12h40 | 5:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 13h25 | 13:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
NX421 · NX101 | 1:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 11h05 | 12:50 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Exeter
Typically, there are 12 buses per day from Liverpool to Exeter, including direct buses, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 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 8h 5m.
Distance 301 km |
Average bus duration 8h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Exeter with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Exeter 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 Exeter, 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 Liverpool and Exeter
Most Liverpool to Exeter buses use the Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter, Honiton Road. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Exeter bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do buses to Exeter leave from?
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.
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.
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