- Must visit
National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 8 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Exeter to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
NX101 · NX183
NX101 · NX183
NX101 · NX183
NX504 · NX594
NX504 · NX594
NX101 · NX180Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 361 miles (582 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $232 Average price | $203 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Edinburgh:
A bus is $120 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Edinburgh costing on average $182 (€149).
A bus is $170 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Edinburgh costing on average $232 (€190).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 29m.
Bus takes on average 14h 14m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 20h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:16PM | Duration 16h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:22AM | Duration 15h32 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Edinburgh buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:50 PM Exeter | 15h32 | 7:22 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Exeter | 14h50 | 7:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Exeter | 15h00 | 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 20h08 | 9:18 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 20h03 | 9:13 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 16h25 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 17h59 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
NX406 · NX591 | 2:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 16h30 | 6:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX406 · NX591 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 16h25 | 6:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX183 | 6:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 13h40 | 8:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX183 | 6:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 13h30 | 8:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 16h06 | 11:16 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 16h01 | 11:11 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 16h13 | 11:23 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 15h53 | 11:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 18h05 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX504 · NX594 | On time 4:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 14h25 | 7:20 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Exeter to Edinburgh run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 361 miles (582 km) distance in 13h 35m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 13h 35m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Major national art gallery on The Mound with Scottish and European masterpieces. Central, elegant and one of Edinburgh’s classic cultural stops.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history and culture. Well regarded for both the collection and the building itself.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, courtyards, shops and major sights.
One of Edinburgh’s essential viewpoints, especially popular for sunrise and sunset photography. Famous for sweeping views over the city and Arthur’s Seat.
Ancient volcanic peak in Holyrood Park with the city’s most famous hike and outstanding panoramic views. A classic outdoor Edinburgh experience.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a peppery savoury pudding traditionally made with oats and offal, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns supps
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Though from Cullen, it is a classic on Edinburgh menus and a comforting local staple
A traditional hearty soup of barley, root vegetables and usually lamb or mutton. It is a long-standing Scottish comfort food commonly found in pubs and cafes
A polished gastropub from Tom Kitchin, known for refined Scottish pub classics, seasonal produce and a warm neighbourhood atmosphere
A long-established seafood restaurant popular for Scottish mussels, fish dishes and a relaxed city-centre setting
A respected upscale seafood restaurant focused on high-quality Scottish fish and shellfish in an elegant contemporary space
Edinburgh is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining in the centre during peak season.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Rounding up is common in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service.
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