How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Exeter?

The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to Exeter start from £24. The average price for this route is around £31. 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 Nottingham to Exeter?

The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Exeter is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 1m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Exeter route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Exeter at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.

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

A bus journey from Nottingham to Exeter produces an estimated 7 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 Nottingham 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 4283 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Exeter from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Exeter on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	10h 55m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	9h 40m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	University of Nottingham	9h 45m	21:15	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	15:45	University of Nottingham	13h 20m	05:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	9h 55m	16:25	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

10h 55mAverage duration

182 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £36	Average duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£130 - £185	Average duration4h 7m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Exeter?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Stops in Exeter

A
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Honiton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
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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

3.5/511,605 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Exeter?
The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to Exeter start from £24. The average price for this route is around £31. 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 Nottingham to Exeter?
The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Exeter is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 1m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Exeter route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to Exeter?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Exeter at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Exeter?
A bus journey from Nottingham to Exeter produces an estimated 7 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 Nottingham 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 4283 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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.

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Exeter was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £54 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-18.