How to travel from Luton to Exeter

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Luton to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. 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 $37, while a train costs an average of $76.

Distance: 156 miles (252 km)

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$37

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$76

Average price

5h 53m

Average total duration

5h 23m

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4h 21m

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3h 51m

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0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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from Luton to Exeter

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBus
    9:10 PM7h55
    Luton
    5:05 AMExeter
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:10 PM7h55
    Luton
    5:05 AMExeter
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:25 PM6h40
    Luton
    4:05 AMExeter
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:40 AM8h30
    Luton
    12:10 PMExeter
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM11h15
    Luton
    5:05 AMExeter
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton 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 Luton to Exeter.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Luton and Exeter including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Exeter is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Exeter costing on average $76 (€61).

A bus is $299 (€241) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Exeter costing on average $335 (€270).

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 53m.

Flight takes on average 10h 22m.

The distance from Luton to Exeter is approximately 156 miles (252 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Exeter is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Exeter:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Exeter International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Exeter St Davids (EXD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Exeter, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach East, Arriva UK to go to Exeter by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink to go to Exeter by train.
Omio customers who travel from Luton 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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