The average bus between Exeter and Bolton takes 8h 36m and the fastest bus takes 7h 18m. The bus service runs several times per day from Exeter to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Exeter and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:55 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Bus Station and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Bolton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Bolton station via Bristol Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Exeter to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.
Exeter to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
Book your Exeter to Bolton bus tickets online with FlixBus, Bee Network and National Express.
The distance between Exeter and Bolton is 326.6 km. The road distance is 412 km.
You can take a bus from Exeter to Shiffnall Street via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 23m.