How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Exeter?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Exeter start from £16. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Exeter?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Exeter is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Exeter route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Exeter?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Exeter at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Exeter?

A bus journey from Manchester to Exeter produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Exeter?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Exeter?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Exeter from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Exeter on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40	Shudehill	9h 35m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	09:10	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	7h 15m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Shudehill	7h 35m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	12:00	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h 15m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Exeter on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40	Shudehill	9h 35m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	09:10	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	7h 15m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	13:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	08:50	Shudehill	7h 35m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	12:00	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h 15m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:29 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

199 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£16 - £92	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £479	Average duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £23	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Exeter?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
C
Manchester Airport
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Exeter

A
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Honiton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
Visit page
B
Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)
EXETER , Sidwell St, Exeter EX4, UK
C
Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)
2 Honiton Rd, Exeter, Devon EX1 3RU, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,530 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,282 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Exeter

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Exeter?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Exeter start from £16. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Exeter?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Exeter is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Exeter route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Exeter?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Exeter at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Exeter?
A bus journey from Manchester to Exeter produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Exeter?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/12

£29

05/12

£16

Today

£33

07/12

£20

08/12

£20

09/12

£18

10/12

£23

11/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Exeter was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Exeter as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £52 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-09.