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Coach from Coventry to Exeter: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Coventry to Exeter. Traveling by coach from Coventry to Exeter usually takes around 8 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (234 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £16.17 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Coventry to Exeter?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Coventry to Exeter that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 10h 19m | £26.41 |
| National Express | 4 | 6h 41m | £28.00 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Coventry to Exeter, and usually makes the trip in about 10 hours and 19 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Coventry to Exeter from £18. There are 4 National Express schedules from Coventry to Exeter and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Exeter. In Coventry, National Express departs to Exeter from Coventry CWG Ticket Holders and no other station. In Exeter, National Express arrives at 2 Honiton Rd and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Coventry to Exeter takes 6 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Exeter in 5 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Exeter.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Coventry to Exeter
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 145 miles from Coventry to Exeter. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Coventry to Exeter, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Coventry to Exeter every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Coventry to Exeter; ticket prices start at £41.04.
City Information
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Exeter
Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.
One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior's extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.
Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.
Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide coach services to the town from various locations across the country.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Coventry?
Main departure station: Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
Most coaches depart from the main station in Coventry.
All coach stations in Coventry:
Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
Where does the coach arrive in Exeter?
Main arrival station: 2 Honiton Rd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Exeter.
Coach stations in Exeter:
2 Honiton Rd
36 Sidwell St
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