Plymouth to Exeter bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Plymouth to Exeter

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plymouth to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
11:59PM1h06
Plymouth
01:05AMExeter
$91One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
06:30PM1h10
Plymouth
07:40PMExeter
$91One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
11:30AM1h10
Plymouth
12:40PMExeter
$91One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
08:10AM1h10
Plymouth
09:20AMExeter
$91One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
National Express
01:20AM2h00
Plymouth
03:20AMExeter
$111One-way
0 transfers

Plymouth to Exeter bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, December 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX406
12:30AM Plymouth1h30 02:00AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX106
01:20AM Plymouth2h00 03:20AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX504
03:35AM Plymouth1h00 04:35AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX101
05:40AM Plymouth1h00 06:40AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX504
06:35AM Plymouth1h05 07:40AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX102
06:35AM Plymouth2h00 08:35AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
08:10AM Plymouth1h10 09:20AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX101
08:50AM Plymouth1h05 09:55AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX102
09:45AM Plymouth2h10 11:55AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
11:30AM Plymouth1h10 12:40PM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX104
12:25PM Plymouth1h10 01:35PM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX101
03:50PM Plymouth1h05 04:55PM Exeter0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
06:30PM Plymouth1h10 07:40PM Exeter0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX404
11:05PM Plymouth1h50 12:55AM Exeter0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
11:59PM Plymouth1h06 01:05AM Exeter0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Plymouth to Exeter

Showing times and prices for Dec 14

Fastest Journey

1 h

Average

1 h 22 m

Buses per day

15

Distance

59 km

Of the 15 buses that leave Plymouth for Exeter every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
National Express
03:35AM1h00
Plymouth
04:35AMExeter
$141One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
National Express
05:40AM1h00
Plymouth
06:40AMExeter
$151One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
06:35AM1h05
Plymouth
07:40AMExeter
$141One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
03:50PM1h05
Plymouth
04:55PMExeter
$151One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
08:50AM1h05
Plymouth
09:55AMExeter
$151One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Exeter

Buses from Plymouth to Exeter run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€5) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5 (€5)
Distance
36 miles (58 km)
Average bus duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$6 (€5)
Buses per day
39
Direct buses
38
Bus providers
4
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5 (€5)

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Plymouth to Exeter

Travel from Plymouth to Exeter from $5 (€4) with Omio’s bus partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Exeter from Plymouth, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Plymouth to Exeter bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $12
  • National Express frequency: 6 a day

Buses from Plymouth to Exeter

National Express buses depart from Plymouth seven times a day. The earliest bus leaves at 3:25 a.m. on weekdays and 4:10 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The last bus is at 23:59 p.m. every day. All services are direct with travel times of around one hour.

What is(are) the departure and arrival station(s) for buses from Plymouth to Exeter?

Departure Station: Departures are from Bretonside Bus Station in Plymouth. The bus station is situated in the town centre, less than half 0.2 miles south of Plymouth's shopping area. It can be reached from anywhere in the town centre in approximately 10 minutes on foot.

Arrival Station: Exeter bus station is on the east side of Exeter city centre. From there it is an easy walk to the shopping area of the city, which can be reached in under five minutes. Exeter's impressive cathedral and surrounding green is only 0.3 miles away from the station and can be reached on foot in around 10 minutes.

Taking the Bus from Plymouth

The bus station in Plymouth is well located close to the heart of town and has good links with the larger transport infrastructure. cabs and local services are readily available from early morning to late at night. Between midnight and 05.00 am there are only a few services with very few passengers.

Getting into Exeter by Bus

In Exeter, the county town of Devon, there is plenty to keep visitors occupied including the elegant cathedral, bijou shopping and a range of cosy pubs and tea shops. When arriving at Exeter St David's it is a ten minute walk into town. cabs and local buses are a convenient way to continue a journey. This route gives easy access to the University's main campus, including Exeter's Northcott Theatre and plenty of popular guest houses. Allow twenty minutes to walk at a leisurely pace into the town centre from the bus's drop off point at St David's.

FAQs: Bus from Plymouth to Exeter

FAQs: Take the bus from Plymouth to Exeter with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to Exeter.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Plymouth to Exeter can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Plymouth to Exeter is $10 (€9); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Plymouth to Exeter bus time is 1 h 5 min   covering the 36 mile (58 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Plymouth to Exeter leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Plymouth to Exeter leaves at 11: 57 PM.
Yes, there are 38 direct buses a day from Plymouth to Exeter with Megabus or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the Plymouth to Exeter bus with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the trip between Plymouth and Exeter as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Plymouth, Coach Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Exeter, Honiton Road, located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Exeter from Plymouth is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Plymouth to Exeter by bus is November.
You have options as you can travel between Plymouth and Exeter 2 different ways: bus or train.

Popular bus stations from Plymouth to Exeter

Plymouth
Exeter
The major bus station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth, Coach Station for your trip from Plymouth to Exeter.
Plymouth, Coach Station
The major bus station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter, Honiton Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter, Honiton Road for your trip to Exeter from Plymouth.
Exeter, Honiton RoadWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
Honiton Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the station (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Exeter, Honiton Road
  • Bus: 4, 9, 56
Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride
Exeter, Sidmouth Road / Apple Lane
Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
Exeter, Sidewell Street (Snack bar "Subway")

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