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National Trust house-museum with unusual 16-sided design, interiors, and collections. One of the area's most distinctive historic visitor attractions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Exmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Exmouth:
A train is $0.48 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Exeter to Exmouth costing on average $10.
Other travel options to Exmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 1m.
You'll arrive about -1h -27m sooner (1h 1m by bus vs 34m by car) and save roughly $-5.51 compared to fuel and tolls ($10 vs $4). 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.
Direct coaches are operated by Stagecoach South West.
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 Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 05:42AM | Arrival Time 06:11AM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 06:16AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 07:57AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 08:51AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 08:32AM | Arrival Time 09:11AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 08:52AM | Arrival Time 09:31AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 09:51AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 09:32AM | Arrival Time 10:12AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 09:52AM | Arrival Time 10:32AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Great Western Railway | Departure Time 10:04AM | Arrival Time 11:57AM | Duration 1h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 10:12AM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 10:32AM | Arrival Time 11:12AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 10:52AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 11:32AM | Arrival Time 12:12PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 11:52AM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 12:12PM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 12:32PM | Arrival Time 01:12PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 01:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 01:12PM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 01:32PM | Arrival Time 02:12PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 01:52PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach South West | Departure Time 02:12PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Exeter to Exmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $6 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 53m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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National Trust house-museum with unusual 16-sided design, interiors, and collections. One of the area's most distinctive historic visitor attractions.
Fine art museum in Exeter with changing exhibitions and an important regional collection. Good for visitors wanting a broader Devon culture day.
Small local museum covering Exmouth's seaside, maritime, and social history. A useful introduction to the town's past and community identity.
Long sandy beach and promenade ideal for seaside walks, swimming, and views across Lyme Bay. It is Exmouth's essential outdoor attraction.
Scenic walking route along red sandstone cliffs east of town. The path delivers some of the best coastal views in the Exmouth area.
Clifftop gardens with formal planting, dramatic sea views, and access to the South West Coast Path. A classic Exmouth viewpoint and walking spot.
Freshly landed crab from the Exe estuary and nearby coast, prized for sweet meat and served simply in sandwiches, salads, or dressed platters.
A classic Devon cream tea of scones, jam, and clotted cream. In Devon, the cream traditionally goes on before the jam.
Small mussels from the River Exe estuary, known for their salty-sweet flavour and long local shellfish tradition.
Long-running local favourite for hearty breakfasts, lunches, cakes, and cream teas in a casual café setting.
Popular seafront restaurant and fish bar known for fresh seafood, classic fish and chips, and relaxed coastal dining.
Well-regarded restaurant on Exmouth Marina serving modern British dishes with estuary views and a polished but welcoming feel.
Moderate for a UK seaside town; stays rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes only if desired.
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