How far is Exeter from Taunton by coach?

The journey from Taunton to Exeter by coach covers an approximate distance of 28 miles (45 km).

Is there a way to reach Exeter from Taunton without a car?

You can reach Exeter from Taunton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Taunton to Exeter from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Taunton to Exeter on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:40	Taunton	50m	00:30	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Taunton	40m	00:20	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	Fastest
Bus	11:55	Taunton	55m	12:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:20	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	45m	13:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	11:55	Taunton	55m	12:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Taunton to Exeter on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	45m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	Taunton	40m	01:45	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	Fastest
Bus	01:05	Taunton	50m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:20	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	45m	13:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	01:05	Taunton	50m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Taunton to Exeter on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	45m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	Taunton	40m	01:45	Exeter (Honiton Rd)	Fastest
Bus	01:05	Taunton	50m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:20	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	45m	13:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	01:05	Taunton	50m	01:55	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Taunton to Exeter

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

27mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £18	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £35	Average duration27m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 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 £9

National Express Taunton Exeter recent customer reviews

I'm not pleased with your service because the bus didn't showed up after I've paid for bus .

Elizabeth O.

28 December 2022

Appalling customer service. Bus didn't enter Taunton Bus Station. Changed crew in the street. Didn't check if anyone wanted to board for Exeter then drove off.

Philip C.

10 December 2019

Arrived at bus station 1 hour late arrived at exeter after 2 hour bus drive

Reece W.

17 September 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,328 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Taunton and Exeter?

Stops in Taunton

A - Taunton Bus Station

B - Blackbrook Park Avenue

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 Taunton to Exeter

How far is Exeter from Taunton by coach?
The journey from Taunton to Exeter by coach covers an approximate distance of 28 miles (45 km).
Is there a way to reach Exeter from Taunton without a car?
You can reach Exeter from Taunton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

£7

15/11

£8

Today

£7

17/11

£6

18/11

£6

19/11

£6

20/11

£6

21/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Taunton to Exeter was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £11 for a bus ticket from Taunton to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-21.

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.