- Exeter to Manchester buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Shudehill | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Shudehill | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Exeter and Manchester?
Stops in Exeter
- AHoniton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
- 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
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Manchester by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Exeter to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Exeter to Manchester start from $33. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Exeter to Manchester?
The average bus travel time from Exeter to Manchester is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 306 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 12m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Exeter to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Exeter to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Exeter to Manchester at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Exeter to Manchester?
A bus trip from Exeter to Manchester generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Exeter to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Exeter to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Exeter to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Exeter to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $102 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.







