What is the distance between Manchester and Exeter?

The distance separating Manchester and Exeter is 198 miles (320 km).

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

If you're headed to Exeter from Manchester, chances are that your bus will leave from Shudehill and arrive at Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride. 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 Exeter?

Once in Exeter, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Self-Guided Heritage Trails, Exeter Racecourse, Costum House at the Quay, Exeter Phoenix and Exeter Northcott Theatre.

Bus Manchester to Exeter from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Exeter on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	9h 35m	9:15pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	7h 15m	4:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	1:05pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	7h 35m	4:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h 15m	9:15pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:49 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester 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 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

199 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $85	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $624	Average Duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $30	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,316 reviews

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,270 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Exeter?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

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 traveling from Manchester to Exeter by bus

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

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

$22

11/14

$45

Today

$29

11/16

$45

11/17

$19

11/18

$20

11/19

$22

11/20

$22

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Exeter was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $49 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-17.