St Austell to Exeter bus with National Express

Fri 28 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Austell to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

3 h

Buses per day

2

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Austell to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Austell to Exeter will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave St Austell 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 97 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 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.

National ExpressNX504 · NX104
10:352h45
St Austell, Bus Station
13:20Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£171One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX404
21:503h15
St Austell, Bus Station
01:05Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£321One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for St Austell to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £18.

Distance: 97 km

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£20

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 50m

Average total duration

2h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 1m

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30m

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Live departures

St Austell to Exeter bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Exeter coaches for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 22:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_expressNX504 · NX10410:35 St Austell, Bus Station
2h45
13:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1 change
national_expressNX40421:50 St Austell, Bus Station
3h15
01:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Austell to Exeter

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Buses from St Austell to Exeter run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 3h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
97 km
Average bus duration
2h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
22:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from St Austell to ExeterYou can travel by bus between St Austell to Exeter with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: St Austell to Exeter coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from St Austell to Exeter can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Austell to Exeter is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between St Austell and Exeter is on average 2 h 45 min   for the 60 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from St Austell to Exeter by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from St Austell to Exeter leaves at 01: 18. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from St Austell to Exeter leaves at 21: 58.
There are 2 coaches a day from St Austell to Exeter which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from St Austell to Exeter you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between St Austell and Exeter on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Exeter from St Austell is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Austell to Exeter is March.
You have options as you can travel between St Austell and Exeter 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from St Austell to Exeter has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Austell to Exeter.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Austell to Exeter.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Austell to Exeter.
    No, luggage for the coach from St Austell to Exeter needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Austell to Exeter.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Austell to Exeter.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Austell to Exeter.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Austell to Exeter.

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    The major coach station for departures in St Austell is St Austell, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Austell, Bus Station for your trip from St Austell to Exeter.
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