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What is the best way to travel from Liverpool to Exeter?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Exeter from Liverpool. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 0m
£17
£26
10
Train
6h 21m
£91
£91
6
Flight
3h 30m
£98
£224
15

What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Liverpool?

You can reach Exeter with just £17 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £28
Monday
from £154
Tuesday
from £19
Wednesday
Thursday
from £22
Friday
from £17
Saturday
from £19

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    04:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:50
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:50
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    05:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £113
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 10m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £160
  • Jet2.com
    10h 10m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:10
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £185
  • Aurigny Air Services
    10h 10m
    0
    09:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:30
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £204

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 35m
    0
    20:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:30
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £154
  • Ryanair
    12h 30m
    0
    23:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £207
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    14h 40m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £226
  • Aer Lingus
    21h 25m
    0
    14:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £468

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    07:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    07:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    27h 10m
    0
    05:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:55
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £105
  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:55
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £111
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 30m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £125
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:55
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    10:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    15:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    07:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    23:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £98
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 40m
    0
    20:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £116
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 25m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £118
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    10h 55m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:50
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £431

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:45
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    05:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 21m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    11:46
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £91
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    11:55
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £91
  • Merseyrail
    8h 4m
    0
    05:40
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    13:44
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £91
  • Merseyrail
    7h 41m
    0
    05:40
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    13:21
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £91
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    8h 35m
    0
    05:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    14:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £120
  • Ryanair
    7h 45m
    0
    06:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £122
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 25m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £355

What are the fastest trips from Liverpool to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter from Liverpool in just 3h 30m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 4h 5m
Monday
from 12h 30m
Tuesday
from 7h 10m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 45m
Friday
from 4h 25m
Saturday
from 3h 30m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £113
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 10m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £160
  • Jet2.com
    10h 10m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:10
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £185
  • Aurigny Air Services
    10h 10m
    0
    09:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:30
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from £204
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    04:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:50
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:50
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    12h 30m
    0
    23:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £207
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    14h 40m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £226
  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 35m
    0
    20:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:30
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £154
  • Aer Lingus
    21h 25m
    0
    14:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £468

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    07:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:55
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148
  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:55
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £111
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 30m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £125
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 40m
    0
    20:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £148
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    07:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Aer Lingus
    4h 25m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £118
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    10h 55m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:50
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £431
  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    23:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £98
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 40m
    0
    20:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £116
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    15:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    21:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    10:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    15:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £355
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 25m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:35
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172
  • Ryanair
    7h 45m
    0
    06:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £122
  • Ryanair
    8h 35m
    0
    05:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    14:20
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £120
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 21m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    11:46
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £91
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    11:55
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £91
  • Merseyrail
    7h 41m
    0
    05:40
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    13:21
    Exeter
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £91
  • Merseyrail
    7h 48m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    13:30
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £91
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    18:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    01:40
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:45
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Liverpool to Exeter

What are the most popular stations in Liverpool and Exeter?

In Liverpool, you will usually depart from Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Liverpool? With 8 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Liverpool and Exeter, you can pay as low as £17 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011): you will get to Exeter in just 3h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Liverpool and Exeter are National Express, FlixBus and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Liverpool and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birkenhead or to Topsham, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Liverpool to Exeter?

The most popular companies between Liverpool and Exeter, are National Express, FlixBus and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Merseyrail and Avanti West Coast

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), Aer Lingus and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Liverpool to Exeter

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Liverpool to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Liverpool to Exeter

How can I reach Exeter from Liverpool?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Exeter from Liverpool.

How far is Exeter from Liverpool?

The distance between Liverpool and Exeter is 301.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Liverpool and Exeter?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 51 kgs, and a flight 74 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Liverpool to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter with just £17 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Exeter?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 3h 30m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011).

More routes to Liverpool and to Exeter

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Liverpool and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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