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

The distance between Brighton and Exeter by coach is approximately 149 miles (239 km).

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

You can travel to Exeter from Brighton by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Brighton to Exeter from £31 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to Exeter on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Brighton	6h 55m	23:00	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	15:05	Brighton	6h 15m	21:20	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Fastest
Bus	06:05	Brighton	7h 5m	13:10	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	06:05	Brighton	7h 5m	13:10	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	6h 35m	16:40	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	6h 35m	16:40	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	13:05	Brighton	6h 25m	19:30	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	13:05	Brighton	6h 25m	19:30	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:52 GMT.

Get from Brighton to Exeter

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

7h 20mAverage duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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 £26

National Express Brighton Exeter recent customer reviews

The 1st bus was clean. The driver friendly and the bus comfort excellent. The 2nd was over 2 hours late leaving. Small. No wifi. No charging at my seat. Uncomfortable ride and cramped

Carole L.

17 December 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Exeter?

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

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 Brighton to Exeter

What's the distance between Brighton and Exeter by coach?
The distance between Brighton and Exeter by coach is approximately 149 miles (239 km).
What is the best way to go from Brighton to Exeter without a car?
You can travel to Exeter from Brighton by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

£42

11/11

No data

Today

£42

13/11

No data

14/11

No data

15/11

£47

16/11

£49

17/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Brighton to Exeter was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of £42

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

You can expect to pay from £42 to £76 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-11-15.