The cheapest and fastest buses from Plymouth to Exeter
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
59 km
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.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Exeter will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 32 buses that leave Plymouth for Exeter on Thu, Nov 06, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 Plymouth to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Plymouth to Exeter Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:17AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:27AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:24AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:47PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:47PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:47PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:11PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:11AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Plymouth to Exeter bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Exeter buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 1:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 2:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 3:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 4:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 5:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 6:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 7:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h27 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 8:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h24 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 9:15 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h16 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 10:30 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 11:30 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 12:30 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM 2:47 PMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 1:30 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 2:30 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h19 | 3:49 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 3:45 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h23 | 5:08 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 5:15 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h19 | 6:34 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 8:23 PM 7:00 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h15 | 8:15 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 9:00 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h11 | 10:11 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 11:00 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h11 | 12:11 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX404 | 11:15 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h50 | 1:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h06 | 1:05 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX406 | 12:30 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h30 | 2:00 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 1:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX106 | 1:20 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:15 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 2:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 2:50 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h00 | 3:50 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 3:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 4:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 5:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 6:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 6:20 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h05 | 7:25 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 7:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h27 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 | 7:20 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h15 | 8:35 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 8:00 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h24 | 10:31 AM 10:31 AMExeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 9:20 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 9:15 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h16 | 10:31 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 10:30 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 11:47 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 12:25 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 11:30 AMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 12:47 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX104 | 12:25 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h05 | 1:30 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 12:30 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 1:47 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | Delayed 1:45 PM 1:30 PMPlymouth, Coach Station | 1h17 | 2:47 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 2:30 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h19 | 3:49 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 | 3:30 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h20 | 4:50 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 3:45 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h23 | 5:08 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h10 | 5:05 PM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 5:15 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h19 | 6:34 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 7:00 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h15 | 8:15 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 9:00 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h11 | 10:11 PM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | On time 11:00 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h11 | 12:11 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Exeter
Buses from Plymouth to Exeter run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 30 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West from Plymouth to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Exeter with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Plymouth to Exeter, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- 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 Plymouth to Exeter
- 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
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