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Luton to Exeter Bus Schedule

Bus from Luton to Exeter: Journey Information

There are 24 intercity buses per day from Luton to Exeter. Traveling by bus from Luton to Exeter usually takes around 6 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 5 hours,

Distance157 mi (252 km)
Shortest duration5h 0m
Cheapest price$28.80
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What bus companies travel from Luton to Exeter?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to Exeter. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express246h 25m$67.46
  • Book National Express from Luton to Exeter from $29. There are 24 trips per day offered by National Express from Luton to Exeter and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Exeter. In Luton, National Express departs to Exeter from Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station and one other station. In Exeter, National Express arrives at 36 Sidwell St and one other station.

    An average trip on National Express from Luton to Exeter takes 6 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Exeter in 5 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 24 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Exeter.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Luton to Exeter

The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 157 miles from Luton to Exeter. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Exeter. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Luton to Exeter, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 24 scheduled buses that travel from Luton 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 bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Luton

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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.

To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.

Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.

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 bus services to the town from various locations across the country.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Luton?

Main departure station: Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station

Luton has two bus stations with service to Exeter.

All bus stations in Luton:

  • Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station

  • Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Exeter?

Main arrival station: 36 Sidwell St

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Exeter.

All bus stations in Exeter:

  • 36 Sidwell St

  • 2 Honiton Rd

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