Bus from Birmingham to Exeter: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Exeter on May 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)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 6:47 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham 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 2 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
2h 32mAverage Duration
226 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$20 - $71Average Duration4h 35m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$55 - $603Average Duration2h 32m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $20. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 travel time from Birmingham to Exeter is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 223 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 22 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Exeter?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Exeter at 7:50am. 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 5.57325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 29885 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Exeter?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 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
05-11
$29
05-12
$27
Today
$27
05-14
$26
05-15
$27
05-16
$27
05-17
$22
05-18
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Exeter was searched and found on May 17, 2026 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $66 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 $22 which is on 2026-05-17.

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