Torquay to Exeter bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Torquay to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

54 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Torquay to Exeter will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Torquay for Exeter every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

National ExpressNX501
04:500h45
Torquay, Coach Station
05:35Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£101One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX501
08:001h00
Torquay, Coach Station
09:00Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£101One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX501
10:501h00
Torquay, Coach Station
11:50Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£101One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX501
15:451h00
Torquay, Coach Station
16:45Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£101One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX404
00:200h45
Torquay, Coach Station
01:05Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Torquay to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 29 km

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Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£10

Average Price

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Torquay to Exeter bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX40400:20 Torquay, Coach Station
0h45
01:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50104:50 Torquay, Coach Station
0h45
05:35 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50108:00 Torquay, Coach Station
1h00
09:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50110:50 Torquay, Coach Station
1h00
11:50 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50115:45 Torquay, Coach Station
1h00
16:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Torquay to Exeter

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Buses from Torquay to Exeter run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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
29 km
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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, Dartline Coaches from Torquay to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Torquay to Exeter with National Express, Dartline Coaches for as low as £6. 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
45m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
6 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.

Dartline Coaches

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Dartline Coaches frequency
2 a day

Buses from Torquay to Exeter

Getting from Torquay to Exeter Bus Station is quick and easy by bus, with regular direct services running from early morning every day of the week. Approximately ten direct services are available daily. The first bus departs at around 5:30 a.m. each morning and the last one leaves just after midnight. National Express operates the route with buses leaving Torquay roughly every 90 minutes, with a few extra services on offer in the mornings. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour depending on the time of day and level of traffic.

FAQs: Torquay to Exeter coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Torquay to Exeter with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Torquay to Exeter.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Torquay to Exeter can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Torquay to Exeter is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Torquay to Exeter is 45 min   to travel the 17 mile long journey, with around there are 6 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Torquay to Exeter leaves at 00: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Torquay to Exeter leaves at 15: 50.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Torquay to Exeter without having to change trains with National Express or Dartline Coaches. There are 6 direct coaches from Torquay to Exeter each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Torquay to Exeter, you can count on National Express or Dartline Coaches for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Exeter from Torquay and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Torquay, Coach Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Exeter from Torquay is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Torquay to Exeter by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel to Exeter from Torquay 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Torquay to Exeter has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Torquay to Exeter.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Torquay to Exeter.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Torquay to Exeter.
    No, luggage for the coach from Torquay to Exeter needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Torquay to Exeter.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Torquay to Exeter.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Torquay to Exeter.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Torquay to Exeter.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Exeter

    Torquay
    Exeter
    The major coach station for departures in Torquay is Torquay, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay, Coach Station for your trip from Torquay to Exeter.
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    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Lymington Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café and fast food options (in the station)
    • The Singing Kettle (0.5 km)
    • Small World Tapas (0.7 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the entrance.
    Public transport options for Torquay, Coach Station
    • Bus: 12, 22, 31 Train: Torquay Station

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