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Leicester to Exeter Coach Timetable
Coach from Leicester to Exeter: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity coaches per day from Leicester to Exeter. Traveling by coach from Leicester to Exeter usually takes around 8 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 168 mi (270 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £27.56 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Leicester to Exeter?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Leicester to Exeter that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6 | 9h 30m | £48.17 |
| National Express | 8 | 8h 23m | £40.34 |
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 6 trips from Leicester to Exeter, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 30 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 Leicester to Exeter from £28. There are 8 National Express schedules from Leicester to Exeter and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Exeter. In Leicester, National Express departs to Exeter from Leicester St Margarets Bus Station and no other station. In Exeter, National Express arrives at 2 Honiton Rd and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Leicester to Exeter takes 8 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Exeter in 6 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Exeter.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Leicester to Exeter
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 168 miles from Leicester to Exeter. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 30 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.
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leicester to Exeter, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled coaches that travel from Leicester 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 Leicester to Exeter; ticket prices start at £65.32.
City Information
Leicester
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Leicester, located in the county of Leicestershire in the East Midlands, is a city with much to explore. Leicester's cultural diversity and large student population mean the city is filled with a wide variety of experiences.
Leicester Cathedral and Belvoir Castle are a must-visit for those looking to discover the past. Leicester is also famous for being the final resting place of King Richard III, with a visitor centre built around the location to tell the story of one of the most famous monarchs in English history. For a broader look at history, try the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the Mesozoic era as well as Ancient Egypt.
If your interests lie more in futuristic endeavours, visit the National Space Centre to take a trip through time and space. Leicester is also home to many traditional English pubs and quaint cafes, making it a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.
Leicester is easily accessible by train, with Leicester Rail Station serving East Midlands and Thameslink trains. St Margaret's Bus Station is located centrally and serves National Express coaches. If you're travelling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.
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 Leicester?
Main departure station: Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Leicester has two coach stations with service to Exeter.
All coach stations in Leicester:
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Asda Bus Stop
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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