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Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€68
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€68
Fastest journey on Sep 18
16 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
16 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 18
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Peterborough to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Exeter will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
It's difficult to get from Peterborough to Exeter without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €135 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €135, while a flight costs an average of €332.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€135 Average price Cheapest | €332 Average price | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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This is compared to other travel options from Peterborough to Exeter:
A train is €197 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Peterborough to Exeter costing on average €332.
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €68 |
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Exeter buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 AM Peterborough | 16h15 | 3:45 AM Exeter | 1 transfer | |
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Take a bus from Peterborough to Exeter and enjoy the approximately 190 miles (306 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:42, the last at 20:30.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
First bus 12:42 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Excellent city museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, and world cultures; the best all-round museum in Exeter.
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Medieval city wall segment and gardens offering one of Exeter’s best walks, with lawns, ruins, and broad urban views.
Historic quay lined with warehouses, canal heritage, walks, and waterside activity; one of Exeter’s most characterful areas.
Attractive urban park beside the cathedral, ideal for relaxing and appreciating surrounding historic buildings in the city centre.
A rich Devon cream made from slowly heated milk. It is a county staple, famously served on scones in a Devon cream tea.
Traditional Devon cream tea pairs scones with jam and clotted cream, with cream spread before jam in the local style.
A hearty baked pudding of layers of potato, onion, and lamb or beef. It is a long-standing Devon farmhouse dish.
Fine dining restaurant known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service in central Exeter.
Popular modern eatery with seasonal small plates, brunch, and a lively casual atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic quayside pub serving local ales and British classics in a characterful former warehouse by the water.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and attractions are often low-cost versus larger UK tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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