What's the distance between Birmingham and Exeter by coach?

The distance between Birmingham and Exeter by coach is approximately 140 miles (226 km).

What is the best way to go from Birmingham to Exeter without a car?

The best way to go from Birmingham to Exeter without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Birmingham to Exeter from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Exeter on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	5h 25m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	21:30	Coach Station	4h 15m	01:45	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	Fastest
Bus	21:30	Coach Station	4h 25m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	19:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	9h 35m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Coach Station	4h 25m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Coach Station	4h 15m	01:45	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	No tags
Bus	20:30	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	5h 25m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	20:30	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	5h 15m	01:45	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Exeter on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Coach Station	5h 5m	21:20	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	4h 10m	14:55	Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	07:50	Coach Station	5h	12:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	5h 20m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	07:50	Coach Station	5h	12:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	14:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 20m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	10:30	Coach Station	4h 35m	15:05	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	21:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 25m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £55	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£31 - £332	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £12

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.

5 July 2024

Delay and change of time

Eze N.

14 June 2025

I loved it all!

Lourdes B.

25 September 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,268 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Exeter?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Bearwood

B - Coach Station

C - Birmingham Airport

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Exeter

A - Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride

B - Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)

C - Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Exeter

What's the distance between Birmingham and Exeter by coach?
The distance between Birmingham and Exeter by coach is approximately 140 miles (226 km).
What is the best way to go from Birmingham to Exeter without a car?
The best way to go from Birmingham to Exeter without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£11

11/11

£21

Today

£18

13/11

£12

14/11

£16

15/11

£13

16/11

£15

17/11

£10

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Exeter was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

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 £10 to £43 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 £10, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.