The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Exeter
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Exeter will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 9 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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 coach, train and flight for Luton to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton 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 3h 45m. 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 £12, and a flight costs an average of £265.
Distance: 252 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £265 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Exeter coaches for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LU757 · NX501 | 23:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 12h25 | 12:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 March | |||||
![]() | 17:40 Luton | 6h50 | 00:30 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Luton | 11h15 | 05:05 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Exeter
Buses from Luton to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:29, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:29 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Luton 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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FAQs: Luton to Exeter coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
- 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 Luton 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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