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Journey Information

There are 38 intercity coaches per day from Plymouth to Exeter. Traveling by coach from Plymouth to Exeter usually takes around one hour and 11 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 4 minutes.

Distance36 mi (57 km)
Shortest duration0h 4m
Cheapest price€4.54
Trips per day38
Most frequent serviceMegabus
Coach lines3

How much is a coach ticket from Plymouth to Exeter?

€12.14 is the average price of a bus ticket from Plymouth to Exeter. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Plymouth to Exeter by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around €12 whenever you decide to travel.

What coach companies travel from Plymouth to Exeter?

There are 3 bus lines from Plymouth to Exeter available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 38 daily trips, Megabus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus21h 8m€4.77
Megabus381h 11m€13.57
National Express41h 28m€10.46
  • 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 2 trips from Plymouth to Exeter, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 8 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 11 minutes to cover the 36 miles from Plymouth to Exeter. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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.

"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Exeter at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Plymouth to Exeter, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 38 scheduled coaches that travel from Plymouth to Exeter every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Plymouth to Exeter without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Plymouth to Exeter; ticket prices start at €14.53.

City Information

Plymouth

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Located on the south coast of Devon, Plymouth is an English port city steeped in maritime heritage with a recently-revitalized waterfront. Although many seaport towns in Britain have a boastful history, none can quite match Plymouth's. It was here, just off the coast of Plymouth Port, that English naval forces defeated the Spanish Armada. Plus, one of the most famous landmarks in the city is the Mayflower Steps. These meaningful steps commemorate when the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower set sail from Plymouth port in 1620 for the New World.

In addition to its history, Plymouth has enough modern amenities to compete as a tourist destination. With big brands and independent stores on offer, the city centre is a wonderland for shoppers. Drake Circus is the town's premier shopping venue, with over 70 covered shops for the rainier days. The West End area offers more independent retailers, including the Plymouth Market, selling local crafts, foods, and much more.

Travel to Plymouth is simple. Either fly in via Exeter Airport, or catch a train from destinations like London, Liverpool, or Leeds. National Express and Megabus coaches also operate routes to the city as a more affordable way to travel throughout the United Kingdom.

Exeter

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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 Plymouth?

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Main departure station: Coach Station

Plymouth's Coach Station consists of a small storefront office and a large outdoor boarding area in the centre of Plymouth, off of Armada Way. Passengers will find a coffee shop, helpful staff, and pay-to-use toilets inside the station. Paid parking is available in the back. Megabus and National Express operate routes from Plymouth's Coach Station to Exeter, Bath, and beyond. The station is about equidistant from the railway station to the north and the harbour to the south, both a short walk away.

All coach stations in Plymouth:

  • Coach Station

Where does the coach arrive in Exeter?

Main arrival station: Honiton Rd

The coach stop on Honiton Road is part of the Honiton Road Park & Ride, east of Exeter. Ample free parking is available at the Park & Ride, but there are no other facilities apart from the bus shelters. Local buses and National Express coaches pick up passengers at this location, but be sure to check which side of Honiton Road your coach will stop at. Coaches exiting the motorway and heading into Exeter's city centre will stop on the south side of Honiton Road, next to the Park & Ride. Outbound coaches leaving Exeter stop on the opposite side of the street. Outbound National Express coaches go to destinations such as Taunton, Bristol, and Plymouth. However, if you're travelling into Exeter, it's very easy to transfer to a local bus at Honiton Road that will take you into the city centre.

Coach stations in Exeter:

  • Honiton Rd

  • Sidmouth Rd Bus Stop

  • 36 Sidwell St

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