How to travel from Bristol to Exeter

There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Exeter including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Exeter is a bus with an average price of €10.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Exeter:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Exeter costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 58m.

The distance from Bristol to Exeter is approximately 64 miles (104 km).

The average frequency per day from Bristol to Exeter is:

• Around 20 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Exeter as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Exeter:

• Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Exeter St Davids (EXD).
• Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Exeter, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Exeter by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Exeter by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Exeter with the following travel companies:

• 11 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Infobus.
• 8 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).

Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Exeter often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Bristol Airport, Edinburgh, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Exeter and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Exeter to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Exeter allows visitors to explore the city's historic sites, such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, and the Quayside, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.