Bus from Exeter to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Exeter to Manchester on March 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
ShudehillCheapest
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Manchester (Moss Lane East)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Manchester AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Manchester AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
ShudehillNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:00 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Exeter to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
9hAverage Duration
320 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$33 - $95Average Duration9h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$78 - $884Average Duration4h 32m
8kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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 $47. 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 Exeter to Manchester?

    The average bus travel time from Exeter to Manchester is 9h, covering a distance of 320 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

  4. 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 4:55pm.

  5. 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-22
$50
03-23
$35
Today
$31
03-25
$33
03-26
$48
03-27
$54
03-28
$54
03-29
$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Manchester was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $31

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 $31 to $91 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 $33 which is on 2026-03-25.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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