How to Get from Exeter to London
Exeter to London is 253 km in a straight line. The trip takes 4h 25m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Exeter to London by price and travel time (route calculated on 11 November 2026).
- First bus at 00:10, last at 17:50
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 25m
direct
Bus
€19
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 11 Nov 2026
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Exeter to London. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 25m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 253 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
253 km in a straight line
Exeter to London: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Exeter → London Heathrowbus
FlixBus·4h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Exeter to London
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:10 to 17:50.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 00:10 | 17:50 |
All departures
- 00:10
- 01:10
- 02:10
- 04:45
- 05:45
- 08:05
- 09:05
- 10:05
- 11:25
- 12:25
- 13:25
- 15:50
- 16:50
- 17:50
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Exeter to London Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 11 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Exeter to London Heathrow, about 4h 25m. In total it's roughly €19 over 4h 25m, direct, no transfers.
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Exeter to London: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Exeter to London?
Routavio's route check on 11 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 25m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Exeter to London?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:10 and the last at 17:50, according to the published timetable.
How far is London from Exeter?
About 253 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Exeter to London cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €19. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Exeter to London?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Exeter to London without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 03m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to London?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 11 Nov 2026