🚌 Bus from Bristol to Exeter City Centre
3 direct routes · about 125 min · first bus 10:20, last bus 17:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | National Express | ~125 min | 3 | 10:20 | 17:45 | Bus Station (Bay 3) |
| 104 | National Express | ~135 min | 2 | 13:00 | 13:00 | Bus Station (Bay 3) |
| UK087 | FlixBus | ~140 min | 2 | 10:55 | 20:40 | Bus Station (Bay 8) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bristol on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bristol to Exeter City Centre?
3 routes run directly from Bristol to Exeter City Centre: the 101 (National Express), the 104 (National Express), the UK087 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Bristol to Exeter City Centre?
Around 125 minutes on the 101, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bristol to Exeter City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 101) leaves around 10:20 and the last around 17:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bristol to Exeter City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.