How to travel from Coventry to Exeter

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Compare train and bus for Coventry to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, while a train costs an average of $316.

Distance: 144 miles (233 km)

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$70

Average price

Cheapest

$316

Average price

5h 56m

Average total duration

5h 26m

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30m

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3h 29m

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Fastest

2h 59m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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from Coventry to Exeter

How to get from Coventry to Exeter by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    5:00 PM12h05
    Coventry
    5:05 AMExeter
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:00 PM12h05
    Coventry
    5:05 AMExeter
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    3:20 AM8h30
    Coventry
    11:50 AMExeter
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    5:30 PM10h35
    Coventry
    4:05 AMExeter
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    11:00 AM10h20
    Coventry
    9:20 PMExeter
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Coventry to Exeter

Travel to Exeter 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 Coventry to Exeter.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Coventry and Exeter including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Exeter is a bus with an average price of $70.

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

A bus is $246 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Exeter costing on average $316.

The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 56m.

The distance from Coventry to Exeter is approximately 144 miles (233 km).
The average frequency per day from Coventry to Exeter is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Coventry 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 Coventry to Exeter:
  • Trains mostly depart from Coventry station (COV) and arrive in Exeter St Davids (EXD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station and arrive in Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Coventry to Exeter, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Exeter by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains to go to Exeter by train.
Omio customers who travel from Coventry to Exeter often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Manchester, Bristol Airport, Edinburgh. 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.

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