How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Exeter cost?

The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Exeter starts at $21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Exeter is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Exeter?

The average travel time between Birmingham and Exeter is around 4h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 55m.This is the time it takes to travel the 226 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Exeter?

The number of buses from Birmingham to Exeter can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Exeter by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Exeter?

When taking the bus from Birmingham to Exeter, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Exeter?

Buses travelling between Birmingham and Exeter leave from Bearwood or Coach Station and arrive at Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride, Exeter (Bus & Coach Station), Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl).

Bus Birmingham to Exeter from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Exeter on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 25m	5:05am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Coach Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	Fastest
Bus	9:30pm	Coach Station	4h 25m	1:55am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Coach Station	4h 25m	1:55am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Coach Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Exeter on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	4h 50m	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	10:45am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	3h 55m	2:40pm	Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	4h 50m	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	11:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	5h 20m	4:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	4h 50m	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Exeter on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05am	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	5h 20m	4:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	10:45am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	3h 55m	2:40pm	Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Coach Station	5h	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Coach Station	5h	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Coach Station	5h	12:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:17 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

227 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $116	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $613	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $29	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Exeter?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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B
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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C
Birmingham Airport
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Exeter

A
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Honiton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
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B
Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)
EXETER , Sidwell St, Exeter EX4, UK
C
Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)
2 Honiton Rd, Exeter, Devon EX1 3RU, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29724 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $21

National Express Birmingham Exeter recent customer reviews

This particular bus must've been the oldest, most creakiest bus in National Express's whole fleet... the seats were violently squeaking the entire journey, the seats were also uncomfortable due to their outdated shape & design. No charging docks, poor air conditioning. Also the route in between Bristol & Exeter was an absolute nightmare, crawling through these small streets at such a slow pace.

Aaron B.

July 5, 2024

Delay and change of time

Eze N.

June 14, 2025

I loved it all!

Lourdes B.

September 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,402 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,275 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Exeter by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Exeter cost?
The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Exeter starts at $21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Exeter is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Exeter?
The average travel time between Birmingham and Exeter is around 4h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 55m.This is the time it takes to travel the 226 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Exeter?
The number of buses from Birmingham to Exeter can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Exeter by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Exeter?
When taking the bus from Birmingham to Exeter, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Exeter?
Buses travelling between Birmingham and Exeter leave from Bearwood or Coach Station and arrive at Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride, Exeter (Bus & Coach Station), Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl).

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-20

$23

11-21

$47

Today

$40

11-23

$29

11-24

$22

11-25

$18

11-26

$18

11-27

$17

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Exeter was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Exeter, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $92 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.