- Must visit
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Cheapest price
Kč1289
Average price
Kč1500
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Exeter will cost around Kč1500 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč1289.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Exeter without transferring at least once.
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NX025 · NX406
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NX025 · NX501Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from Kč494. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. 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 bus costs an average of Kč494, and a flight costs an average of Kč3952.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
Kč1044 Average price Cheapest | Kč1826 Average price | Kč8784 Average price | Kč1307 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Exeter:
A bus is Kč782 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Exeter costing on average Kč1826.
A bus is Kč7739 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Exeter costing on average Kč8784.
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 56m.
Flight takes on average 7h 6m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč959 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč959 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč1850 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:41AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč1850 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1192 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:12PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč1501 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:57PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč1501 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč670 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:12PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h08 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč670 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč638 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:12PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč638 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:17PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč638 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:37PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 7h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč638 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price Kč693 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč922 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price Kč407 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč407 |
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Exeter buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX025 · NX504 | 2:50 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h45 | 9:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX504 | 2:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h38 | 9:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 4:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h55 | 11:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 4:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h48 | 11:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX504 | 5:10 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h20 | 12:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX504 | 5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h13 | 12:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX406 | 7:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h30 | 3:00 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX406 | 7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h23 | 3:00 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 10:45 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 13h25 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 13h20 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 5:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h35 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 5:41 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h29 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX504 | 8:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h05 | 3:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX504 | 8:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h58 | 3:10 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 1:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h55 | 8:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX501 | 1:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h48 | 8:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Brighton to Exeter run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč494 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 22:57. The fastest bus covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč494 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:09 AM |
Last bus 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Interactive museum inside a working paper mill where visitors learn traditional papermaking and local industrial heritage.
Small independent museum in a Tudor merchant’s house, showing Topsham’s river trade, local stories, and period interiors.
Medieval city wall segment and gardens offering one of Exeter’s best walks, with lawns, ruins, and broad urban views.
Historic quay lined with warehouses, canal heritage, walks, and waterside activity; one of Exeter’s most characterful areas.
Attractive urban park beside the cathedral, ideal for relaxing and appreciating surrounding historic buildings in the city centre.
A rich Devon cream made from slowly heated milk. It is a county staple, famously served on scones in a Devon cream tea.
Traditional Devon cream tea pairs scones with jam and clotted cream, with cream spread before jam in the local style.
A hearty baked pudding of layers of potato, onion, and lamb or beef. It is a long-standing Devon farmhouse dish.
Fine dining restaurant known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service in central Exeter.
Popular modern eatery with seasonal small plates, brunch, and a lively casual atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic quayside pub serving local ales and British classics in a characterful former warehouse by the water.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and attractions are often low-cost versus larger UK tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Exeter, Sidwell Street (City Centre) -> Exeter St David's Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Exeter by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brighton to Exeter buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter, Honiton Road. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Exeter bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
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