Manchester to Exeter Bus

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  • Lowest price from $28.48
  • Average duration 7h 35m
  • Connections per day 67
  • Distance 319 km
  • CO₂ per person 28 kg

bus from Manchester to Exeter

The journey from Manchester to Exeter is about 319 km. On average a bus trip takes 7h 35m with 67 connections per day.

Lowest price $28.48
Trip duration 7h 35m
Connections per day 67
Lowest price $28.48
Highest price $77.10
First departure 04:10 AM
Last departure 11:40 PM
Distance 319 km
Departure Manchester
Arrival Exeter
Travel operator National Express, Megabus
Find the best price
Megabus22.33 kg CO₂
07:40Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 56m
15:46Exeter, Honiton Road
$41.14
1 changes
Megabus22.33 kg CO₂
07:40Shudehill
6h 56m
15:46Exeter, Honiton Road
$44.89
1 changes
Megabus22.33 kg CO₂
08:20Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 16m
15:46Exeter, Honiton Road
$45.05
1 changes

Next departures from Manchester to Exeter

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express $69.15
04:10 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 15m · 1 changes
13:00 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $71.53
04:10 Coach Station Chorlton St
8h 50m · direct
13:00 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $74.84
04:10 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 15m · 1 changes
13:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $63.58
04:30 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 55m · 1 changes
13:00 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $55.37
05:15 Manchester, Coach Station
10h 20m · 1 changes
16:15 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $58.02
05:15 Manchester, Coach Station
10h 20m · 1 changes
16:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $56.03
05:15 Coach Station Chorlton St
11h · direct
16:15 Bus Station Paris St
Megabus $50.56
07:40 Shudehill
6h 56m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $42.57
07:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 56m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $40.59
07:40 Shudehill Interchange Shudehill
8h 6m · direct
15:46 Honiton Road Honiton Rd
Megabus $46.91
07:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 56m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $46.15
08:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 16m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $54.58
08:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 16m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $50.79
08:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 16m · 1 changes
15:46 Exeter, Honiton Road
National Express $32.19
08:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 45m · 1 changes
17:15 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $34.84
08:30 Coach Station Chorlton St
8h 45m · direct
17:15 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $36.83
08:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 45m · 1 changes
17:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $36.16
09:05 Manchester Airport, MAN
7h 10m · 1 changes
17:15 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $33.25
10:00 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 45m · 1 changes
19:20 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $38.02
10:00 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 45m · 1 changes
19:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $36.03
10:00 Coach Station Chorlton St
9h 20m · direct
19:20 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $37.22
10:30 Manchester Airport, MAN
7h 15m · 1 changes
19:20 Exeter Sidwell St
Megabus $40.59
10:40 Shudehill Interchange Shudehill
8h 31m · direct
19:11 Honiton Road Honiton Rd
Megabus $49.60
10:40 Shudehill
7h 6m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $45.85
10:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
7h 6m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $41.69
10:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
7h 6m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $50.79
11:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 26m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $54.58
11:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 26m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $46.15
11:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 26m · 1 changes
19:11 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $40.59
12:10 Shudehill Interchange Shudehill
7h 59m · direct
20:09 Honiton Road Honiton Rd
Megabus $49.60
12:10 Shudehill
7h 4m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $45.85
12:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
7h 4m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $41.69
12:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
7h 4m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
National Express $28.48
12:30 Coach Station Chorlton St
8h 30m · direct
21:00 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $29.14
12:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 40m · 1 changes
21:00 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $30.47
12:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 40m · 1 changes
21:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
Megabus $54.58
12:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 24m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $50.79
12:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 24m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $46.15
12:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 24m · 1 changes
20:09 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $45.85
14:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 13m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $41.69
14:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 13m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $49.60
14:10 Shudehill
6h 13m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $40.59
14:10 Shudehill Interchange Shudehill
7h 43m · direct
21:53 Honiton Road Honiton Rd
National Express $34.18
14:30 Coach Station Chorlton St
7h 40m · direct
22:10 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $33.51
14:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h · 1 changes
22:10 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $36.16
14:30 Manchester, Coach Station
7h · 1 changes
22:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
Megabus $45.85
14:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 47m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $41.69
14:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
6h 47m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $49.60
14:40 Shudehill
6h 47m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $40.59
14:40 Shudehill Interchange Shudehill
8h 12m · direct
22:52 Honiton Road Honiton Rd
Megabus $46.15
14:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
5h 33m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $54.58
14:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
5h 33m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $50.79
14:50 Manchester Airport, MAN
5h 33m · 1 changes
21:53 Exeter, Honiton Road
National Express $36.16
15:05 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 25m · 1 changes
22:10 Exeter Sidwell St
Megabus $54.58
15:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 7m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $50.79
15:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 7m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
Megabus $46.15
15:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 7m · 1 changes
22:52 Exeter, Honiton Road
FlixBus $41.70
16:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
10h 31m · 1 changes
05:05 Exeter, Sidewell Street (Snack bar "Subway")
FlixBus $40.38
16:40 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
10h 31m · 1 changes
05:05 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $35.37
16:50 Coach Station Chorlton St
8h 50m · direct
01:40 Bus Station Paris St
National Express $37.36
16:50 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 25m · 1 changes
01:40 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $37.36
16:50 Manchester, Coach Station
7h 25m · 1 changes
01:40 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $33.51
17:25 Manchester Airport, MAN
6h 30m · 1 changes
01:40 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $76.83
23:40 Manchester, Coach Station
11h 50m · 1 changes
13:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
National Express $65.70
23:40 Manchester, Coach Station
11h 50m · 1 changes
13:10 Exeter Sidwell St
National Express $77.10
23:40 Coach Station Chorlton St
13h 30m · direct
13:10 Bus Station Paris St
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Carriers on this route

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FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service that operates in North America, Canada, and Europe. It was founded in 2003 and is owned by Stagecoach Group, a multinational transport company. Megabus retains its own brand in Britain and North America, but in Continental Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, its services have been rebranded as Flixbus since the acquisition by a German company in June 2016.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

On Megabus, you are allowed 20 kg of luggage and space for small items in the overhead compartments to keep essentials within reach.

Food and drink

Passengers are allowed to bring cold food, cold beverages, and hot drinks with a lid when traveling with Megabus.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available on board on Megabus, allowing passengers to update their social media in real-time.

Power sockets

On Megabus, each seat has a power outlet for charging devices during the trip.

Accessibility

The services are accessible to people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. Megabus works with AbilityNet to ensure the website and services are usable by everyone.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 22.33kg
bus 23.93kg
flight 63.8kg
carpool 51.04kg

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