How to travel from Bristol to Exmouth

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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Exmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Exmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 67 miles (109 km)

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Driving

$36

Average price

$17

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Cheapest

$44

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

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30m

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2h 32m

Average total duration

2h 2m

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30m

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1h 45m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Exmouth is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Exmouth costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Exmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Exmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Exmouth including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Exmouth among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (1h 31m by train vs 1h 45m by car) and roughly $8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 vs $44). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bristol to Exmouth

How to get from Bristol to Exmouth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bristol to Exmouth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 AM1h55
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    8:10 AMCullompton, Station Road
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 AM1h55
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    8:10 AMCullompton, Station Road
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National ExpressNX101
    5:30 PM1h35
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:05 PMExeter, Honiton Road
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayGW147000 · V13480 · Y80240
    11:23 AM2h57
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    2:20 PMExmouth station (EXM)
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayGW146800 · V13478 · Y80253
    1:20 PM2h57
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:17 PMExmouth station (EXM)
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayGW147400 · V13482 · Y41854
    7:20 AM2h58
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:18 AMExmouth station (EXM)
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 AM1h55
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    5:10 AMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 PM2h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    9:25 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM2h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    4:30 PMExeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Exmouth

Travel to Exmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Exmouth.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Exmouth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Exmouth is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Exmouth costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Exmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Exmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 32m.

The distance from Bristol to Exmouth is approximately 67 miles (109 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Exmouth is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Exmouth 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 Exmouth:
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Exmouth station (EXM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Exmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Exmouth by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway to go to Exmouth by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Exmouth:
  • 10 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Exmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Exeter, Plymouth, Edmonton, Torquay. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Exmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Exmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Exmouth, including activities like exploring the Ningaloo Reef, Cape Range National Park, and local attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.

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