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Compare all timetables for the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Exeter to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
£37
tomorrow
£34
Monday
£37
Tuesday
£31
Wednesday
£28
Thursday
£34
Friday
£32

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 13h 40m 06:30 Exeter Coach Station 20:10 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
National Express 13h 30m 06:40 Exeter Honiton Road 20:10 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
FlixBus 15h 20m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £50
FlixBus 20h 17m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 08:37 Edinburgh Princes Street  Economy £51
FlixBus 20h 11m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 08:31 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £51

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 13h 40m 06:30 Exeter Coach Station 20:10 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £34
National Express 13h 30m 06:40 Exeter Honiton Road 20:10 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £34
National Express 15h 0m 17:05 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £40
FlixBus 20h 55m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 09:15 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £59
FlixBus 21h 1m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 09:21 Edinburgh Princes Street  Economy £59

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 14h 10m 06:15 Exeter Coach Station 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
National Express 15h 10m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
National Express 14h 0m 06:25 Exeter Honiton Road 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
FlixBus 21h 10m 20:25 Exeter Coach Station 17:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £44
FlixBus 21h 1m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 09:21 Edinburgh Princes Street  Economy £46

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 17h 10m 03:15 Exeter Coach Station 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £31
National Express 17h 0m 03:25 Exeter Honiton Road 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £31
National Express 15h 10m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £34
FlixBus 20h 33m 01:10 Exeter Coach Station 21:43 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £35
FlixBus 16h 25m 01:10 Exeter Coach Station 17:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £35

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 17h 10m 03:15 Exeter Coach Station 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £28
National Express 17h 0m 03:25 Exeter Honiton Road 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £28
National Express 15h 10m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £32
FlixBus 15h 20m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:15 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £35
FlixBus 19h 23m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 12:18 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £35

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 17h 10m 03:15 Exeter Coach Station 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £34
National Express 17h 0m 03:25 Exeter Honiton Road 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £34
National Express 15h 10m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
FlixBus 16h 25m 01:10 Exeter Coach Station 17:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £44
FlixBus 21h 15m 09:10 Exeter Coach Station 06:25 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 14h 25m 06:15 Exeter Coach Station 20:40 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £32
National Express 14h 15m 06:25 Exeter Honiton Road 20:40 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £32
National Express 15h 10m 16:55 Exeter Coach Station 08:05 Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy £37
FlixBus 20h 35m 01:10 Exeter Coach Station 21:45 Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy £46
FlixBus 20h 11m 12:20 Exeter Coach Station 08:31 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop  Economy £52

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Exeter to Edinburgh is £26 on 10/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Exeter and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Exeter and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily coaches from Exeter to Edinburgh. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Exeter and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 65 coaches from Exeter to Edinburgh, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Exeter and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Exeter to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 17 times every day by bus from Exeter to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 13h 30m
Earliest Coach 01:10
Latest Coach 20:25
Daily Bus Connections 17 Ø
Distance 582.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Exeter to Edinburgh

Every day, 17 buses from 2 coach companies leave Exeter for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 31/01/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
Thursday 29/01
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
£36
Sunday 01/02
£34
Monday 02/02
£37
Tuesday 03/02
£31
Wednesday 04/02
£28
Thursday 05/02
£34
Friday 06/02
£32
Saturday 07/02
£32
Sunday 08/02
£34
Monday 09/02
£29
Tuesday 10/02
£26
Wednesday 11/02
£31
Thursday 12/02
£31
Friday 13/02
£32
Saturday 14/02
£54
Sunday 15/02
£32
Monday 16/02
£26
Tuesday 17/02
£29
Wednesday 18/02
£32
Thursday 19/02
£28
Friday 20/02
£32
Saturday 21/02
£60
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Exeter to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £25, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Exeter to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Exeter to Edinburgh, with £25. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £44.

How to save money travelling from Exeter to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Exeter to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Exeter to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Exeter to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Exeter to Edinburgh from our users.

FlixBus from Exeter to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Exeter to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £35
Fastest Coach 15h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:10
Last Coach 20:25
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 30/01/2026

National Express from Exeter to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Exeter to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 13h 30m
Earliest Coach 02:05
Last Coach 17:15
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 30/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Exeter and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Exeter and Edinburgh.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Exeter to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Exeter to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Exeter to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Exeter to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Exeter to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Exeter - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Exeter - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £26 and takes 17h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The connection Exeter to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £80. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Exeter - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Exeter to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Exeter take?

The quickest coach from Exeter to Edinburgh is provided by National Express and takes 13h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Exeter at 01:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Exeter at 20:25. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Exeter - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Exeter to Edinburgh can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Exeter and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Exeter?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Exeter Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Exeter Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Exeter to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Exeter to Edinburgh?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 17 daily trips between Exeter and Edinburgh. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between Exeter and Edinburgh change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Exeter to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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