How long is the transfer from Bristol to Exeter Airport?

Approximately 1h 36min for the 78 miles route via the M5, traffic depending. Your driver plans a buffer around your check-in time.

How much does it cost?

Fixed prices from £155 (up to 3 passengers) or £272 (7-seat van) — agreed before you book, unchanged after.

What if my flight is delayed?

Your driver tracks the flight and adjusts the pickup automatically. 60 minutes of waiting after landing are free.

Is there a direct train between the airports?

No — there is no direct rail link on this corridor. Public transport means multiple connections with luggage; the private car is the only direct option.

Can you collect from a Bristol address instead?

Yes — the same service runs from any Bristol home, hotel or office to Exeter Airport, at the same fixed-price principle.

How much time should I allow between flights?

We recommend a minimum of 3 hours between landing at one airport and your departure slot at the other, to allow for the transfer, check-in and security.

Can I bring golf clubs, a buggy or extra luggage?

Yes — golf bags, buggies and additional luggage travel free. Let us know at booking so we can assign a vehicle with enough boot space.

Why not just fly from Bristol Airport instead?

Often you should — BRS covers most of Europe from a single compact terminal 8 miles from the city. This corridor exists for the routes it does not fly: long-haul, connecting itineraries and the occasional fare that makes the drive worth it.

Bristol → Exeter Airport

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Bristol to Exeter Airport Transfer

A private transfer from Bristol to Exeter Airport covers 78 miles via the M5 in approximately 1h 36min.

Distance: 78 miles
Duration: 1h 36min
Via: M5

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Exeter Airport

Distance: 78 miles
Duration: 1h 36min
Via: M5

About Exeter Airport

A private transfer from Bristol to Exeter Airport covers 78 miles via the M5 in approximately 1h 36min. Fixed prices start from £155, with flight tracking and a meet & greet driver included.

Flying from Exeter Airport (EXT) instead of Bristol? BristolRide drives you from any Bristol address to the EXT terminal — or back — in around 1h 36min, at one fixed price. Devon's regional airport, it is often the right airport for routes BRS doesn't serve.

Exeter Airport is Devon’s regional airport, east of the city near the M5, with Westpoint Arena next door. Exeter Airport — Devon's regional airport — serves destinations that Bristol Airport doesn't, which makes the road link between the two a staple for connecting passengers, diverted flights and split-airport itineraries. The 78 miles drive via the M5 is the reliable way to bridge it, and it removes the need to navigate a second airport's public transport system with luggage in hand.

The route runs via the M5, taking around 1h 36min to cover the real 78 miles road distance. Your driver plans the departure around real traffic and your check-in time — with a safety buffer for security queues at EXT, whether your pickup is in central Bristol or out toward Devon. There is no shuttle bus or rail interchange to manage — one car handles the whole route.

Travellers visiting the region also book all airport connections, our fleet & prices, the Bristol Airport guide and business accounts with monthly invoicing from Bristol Airport.

At Exeter Airport

The terminalA single terminal, a few steps from the car park
Westpoint ArenaDevon’s showground and event venue, beside the airport
ExeterSix miles — the cathedral and the quay
Exmouth & the Jurassic CoastTen miles south

Pickup points in Exeter Airport

Any address in Exeter Airport works as a pickup or drop-off — these are the places travellers ask for most. Give us the full address or postcode when you book.

Exeter Airport terminalEX5 2BD
Hampton by Hilton Exeter AirportEX5 2LJ
Westpoint ArenaEX5 1DJ
Exeter St Davids stationEX4 4NT

Every transfer includes

Terminal-to-door in one fixed price
Flight tracking on both ends
Direct 78 miles drive via the M5
60 minutes free waiting after landing
Luggage, buggies and golf bags travel free

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Same fixed price — no hidden fees

Flight TrackingReal-time monitoring

60 Min Free WaitNo rush after landing

Name Sign MeetArrivals hall greeting

Fixed PricesNo surge, no surprises

Licensed DriversProfessional & insured

Card or CashPay on board

How to Get from Bristol to Exeter Airport

Bridging Bristol and Exeter Airport — the realistic options:

BristolExeter (EXT)78 miles · 1h 36min

BestPrivate Transfer (BristolRide)

Direct, flight-tracked, luggage stays with you

Higher cost than coach for solo travellers

~1h 36minFixed from £155

Coach (National Express)

Direct coach on some airport pairs

Fixed timetable — a late flight means a missed coach

~2h 53minFrom £15

Train + connections

Frequent on some corridors

No direct rail; multiple changes with luggage

~3h 2minVariable — £25–£90

Tips for the Bristol → Exeter Airport Connection

Allow at least 3 hours between flights when connecting across airports.
Give us both flight numbers — we track the inbound and adjust pickup automatically.
Book the return leg at the same time for a combined price.
At EXT, your driver drops you at the correct terminal for your airline.
Child seats are available on request at no extra charge.

Why BristolRide?

Flight-tracked pickups, generous free waiting time, and a fixed price that doesn't move if your inbound flight does. Your driver knows the EXT terminal layout — drop-off happens at the right door for your airline.

Bristol to Exeter Airport in every season

Holiday peaks load the M5 predictably — your driver builds the buffer in. The fixed price is the same on Christmas morning as on a wet Tuesday. Connections tighten around school-holiday getaways and bank holiday weekends, when both airports run near capacity and a missed connection is costliest — a flight-tracked private transfer removes the guesswork of a public-transport connection at exactly those times.

Bristol to Exeter Airport Transfer Price

Fixed prices start from £155 for up to 3 passengers, £272 for a 7-seat van, calculated from the real 78 miles driven between the two airports. The price includes flight tracking on both ends, waiting time and all luggage — there's no per-bag fee and no surcharge for an early or late connection. For a family or small group, splitting one van fare is usually cheaper than several coach or rail tickets plus the taxi needed at each end.

Up to 3 passengers

Electric

£155

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Up to 3 passengers

Business Class

£233

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Up to 3 passengers

First Class

£466

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Up to 7 passengers

Business Van

£272

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Available Vehicles

ElectricTesla Model 3 or similar

Up to 3 passengers with 2 standard suitcases, or 3 cabin bags

Business ClassMercedes E-Class or similar

Up to 3 passengers with 2 standard suitcases, or 3 cabin bags

Business VanMercedes V-Class or similar

Up to 7 passengers with 7 standard suitcases — a family's full luggage in one vehicle

First ClassMercedes S-Class or similar

Up to 3 passengers with 2 standard suitcases, or 3 cabin bags

All classes include meet & greet · flight tracking · fixed price · 60 min free wait

Return: Exeter Airport to Bristol

The same fixed-price service runs in both directions. Book both legs together and we coordinate the timings.

Bristol → Exeter (EXT)

78 miles · ~1h 36min

Same fixed price — no hidden fees

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