The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to London
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to London will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 28 buses that leave Exeter for London on Sun, Mar 08, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
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Compare train and bus for Exeter to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. 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 $12, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$29 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Exeter to London Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Exeter to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London buses for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX106 · NX040 | Delayed 1:55 AM 3:15 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h55 | 9:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX040 | On time 1:35 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h30 | 7:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX040 | On time 1:45 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 7:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h10 | 10:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h25 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 9:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 · NX040 | On time 5:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h40 | 10:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 5:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h15 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 · NX040 | On time 5:15 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h30 | 10:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h45 | 5:55 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX404 | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h25 | 6:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX404 | 1:15 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 6:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 | 2:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h15 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h10 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:40 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 9:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:45 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h35 | 9:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 7:45 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 7:55 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h25 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 2:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | 9:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 1:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 1:45 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | Delayed 12:00 PM 9:20 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 4h30 | 1:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX102 · NX502 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h30 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX102 · NX502 | 9:50 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX501 | 12:00 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h50 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | On time 12:10 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h10 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 5:00 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to London
Buses from Exeter to London run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Exeter to LondonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Exeter to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
- The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
- Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
- The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
- St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
- The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
- West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
- Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
- Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
- Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Exeter to London
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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