What is the distance between Exeter and Edinburgh?

Exeter and Edinburgh are 362 miles (583 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh?

If you're headed to Edinburgh from Exeter, chances are that your bus will depart from Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride and arrive at Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh Castle, Mountain Biking, Scottish Parliament Building and The Edinburgh Dungeon.

Bus Exeter to Edinburgh from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Exeter to Edinburgh on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	16h 25m	5:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	20h 55m	10:05pm	114233	No tags
Bus	9:25am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	21h	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	14h 50m	8:15am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	23h 40m	5:05pm	114233	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Exeter to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

7h 41mAverage Duration

361 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $148	Average Duration19h 52m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $641	Average Duration7h 41m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Exeter and Edinburgh?

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)

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Exeter to Edinburgh by bus

What is the distance between Exeter and Edinburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh?
What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/13

$52

11/14

$51

Today

$47

11/16

$72

11/17

$49

11/18

$47

11/19

$47

11/20

$55

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $135 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-11-19.