- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$26
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$47
Fastest journey on Oct 20
4 h
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h 7 m
Buses on Oct 20
34
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 $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 34 buses from Exeter to London, including 22 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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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NX406
NX504
NX501
NX406
NX501Buses from Exeter to London run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€6) |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h15 | 6:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h55 | 6:05 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX404 | 1:15 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 6:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX404 | 1:15 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h00 | 6:15 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h00 | 6:10 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h10 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 · NX025 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h30 | 6:40 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 4:00 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h20 | 9:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:00 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h55 | 8:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 · NX025 | 4:00 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h25 | 9:25 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 7:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 7:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h20 | 12:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 · NX025 | 7:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h50 | 12:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h10 | 2:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h40 | 1:45 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | 9:20 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h30 | 1:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | 9:20 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h05 | 1:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 · NX025 | 9:20 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 2:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX040 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h40 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX040 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h10 | 2:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX040 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h05 | 3:45 PM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX501 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h40 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h15 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX501 · NX025 | 12:10 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h45 | 5:55 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h35 | 5:00 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h05 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX104 · NX040 | 2:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 7h15 | 9:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX040 | 2:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h40 | 7:45 PM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX040 | 2:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h00 | 8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h15 | 10:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 4h50 | 9:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h25 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 4h05 | 9:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 · NX025 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 5h25 | 10:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Most Exeter to London buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). Use this guide to compare Exeter and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court. ATMs are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Wheelchair accessible.
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.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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