Bus from Edinburgh to Exeter: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Edinburgh to Exeter on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Bus Station
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags
FlixBusBus
114233
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags
FlixBusBus
114233
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags
FlixBusBus
Bus Station
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags
FlixBusBus
114233
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Exeter

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 7 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
7h 39mAverage Duration
361 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$41 - $184Average Duration18h 58m
15kg CO₂e
Average Price$83 - $694Average Duration7h 39m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Exeter by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Exeter start from $41. The average price for this route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    The average bus trip duration from Edinburgh to Exeter is 18h 58m, covering a distance of 360 miles (581 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Exeter at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    A bus trip from Edinburgh to Exeter generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/26
$50
11/27
$50
Today
$54
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12/03
$48
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $89 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Exeter?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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