Bus from Exeter to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
ShudehillCheapest
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Manchester (Moss Lane East)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Manchester AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
ShudehillNo tags
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
ShudehillNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:57 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
320 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price€20 - €135Average duration10h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average price€48 - €259Average duration4h 32m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€35 - €35Average duration4h 20m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Exeter to Manchester

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Exeter to Manchester?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Exeter to Manchester start from €20. The average price for this route is around €27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Exeter to Manchester?

    The average bus journey time from Exeter to Manchester is 10h, covering a distance of 317 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Exeter to Manchester route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Exeter to Manchester at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
21/01
€29
22/01
€30
Today
€32
24/01
€29
25/01
€31
26/01
€27
27/01
€25
28/01
€25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Manchester was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €25

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

You can expect to pay from €25 to €46 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €25, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Exeter to Manchester?

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