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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$29
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$54
Fastest journey on Oct 29
7 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
7 h 45 m
Buses on Oct 29
17
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Manchester will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Exeter to Manchester without transferring at least once.
NX104 · NX541
NX104 · NX541
NX101 · NX121
NX101 · NX121
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX104 · NX541
NX101 · NX121
NX104 · NX541
NX101 · NX121
FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Exeter to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (319 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 198 miles (319 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Exeter to Manchester.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Manchester buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX504 · NX540 | 3:55 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 10h45 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX504 · NX540 | 4:00 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 10h40 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h05 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h30 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h30 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h55 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX121 | 9:30 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 7h50 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX121 | 9:40 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 7h40 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h20 | 8:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h45 | 9:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX541 | 1:55 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 7h40 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX541 | 2:05 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 7h30 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX504 · NX424 | 4:45 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 13h20 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX504 · NX424 | 4:55 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 13h10 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 8h55 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX406 · NX540 | 2:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 10h05 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX406 · NX540 | 2:10 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 10h00 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Most Exeter to Manchester buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Manchester 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.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
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