Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 10 January
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Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
Cheapest
Bus
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Fastest
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
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Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
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Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 11 January
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Vehicle type
Departure time
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Price and booking link
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
Cheapest
Bus
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Fastest
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Bus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Great Charles Street Queensway
No tags
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 13 January
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
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Price and booking link
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
Cheapest
Bus
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Fastest
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Bus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Great Charles Street Queensway
No tags
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 14 January
Operated by
Vehicle type
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Trip duration
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Price and booking link
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
Cheapest
Bus
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Fastest
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Bus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
No tags
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 15 January
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
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Price and booking link
Bus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cheapest
Bus
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Fastest
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Bus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Great Charles Street Queensway
No tags
Bus
Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)
Coach Station
No tags
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:55 PM GMT.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Birmingham
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 341, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers have praised the bus service for its polite and helpful drivers, as well as the smooth and safe journeys. The coaches are described as comfortable with competitive pricing, arriving on time. However, some users mentioned a delay at Bristol requiring an hour-long wait before continuing their journey.
National Express Exeter Birmingham recent customer reviews
Comfortable. However, didn’t like the fact that we had to come off the bus and wait for an hour at Bristol before continuing the journey
4 out of 5 stars
Doreen A.
Bus drivers were lovely. Really polite and helpful. Journey was smooth and I felt safe.
5 out of 5 stars
Christine R.
Not happy, didn’t answer any of my calls when I tried to contact them to get help. Won’t be using it again
Based on 11977 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 256
Based on 4301 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 449
Megabus Exeter Birmingham recent customer reviews
It was a good journey but there wasn't much time to catch the connecting coach, 5 minutes so close call.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Birmingham by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Exeter to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Exeter to Birmingham start at R 217. The average price for this route is around R 343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Exeter to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Exeter to Birmingham is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 222 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Exeter to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Exeter to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Exeter to Birmingham at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Exeter to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Exeter to Birmingham produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Exeter to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29833 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Exeter to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Exeter to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
07/01
R 253
08/01
R 341
Today
R 767
10/01
R 324
11/01
R 277
12/01
R 206
13/01
R 202
14/01
R 217
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Birmingham was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 202
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Exeter to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 202 to R 1 026 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 202, which is on 2026-01-13.
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.