Bus from Birmingham to Exeter: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Exeter on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)Cheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
      		Honiton Rd, opp Park & RideFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)No tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Great Charles Street Queensway
        		Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Coach Station
          		Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:02 AM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Exeter

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          3hAverage Duration
          141 milesDistance
          10kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$14 - $66Average Duration4h 35m
          6kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$39 - $422Average Duration2h 32m
          5kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$20 - $26Average Duration3h
          10kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Exeter 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 Birmingham to Exeter?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Exeter start from $14. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Birmingham to Exeter?

            The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Exeter is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 138 miles (222 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by National Express.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Exeter?

            The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Exeter at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Exeter?

            A bus trip from Birmingham to Exeter generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Exeter?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Exeter?

            Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Exeter?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Exeter?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          12/02
          $22
          12/03
          $19
          Today
          $17
          12/05
          $14
          12/06
          $16
          12/07
          $28
          12/08
          $21
          12/09
          $20
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $14

          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 $14 to $56 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-05.

          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.

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

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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