Transportation
Getting Around
Exeter's location on the Seacoast has created a unique opportunity in transportation for the town and the surrounding communities. You can get to and from Exeter by train, taxi and bus.
Exeter's position between Boston, Manchester, and Portland make it an excellent place for a day trip to come see the historic and well preserved buildings and landscape of the town. It's also easy to travel into the city from Exeter and visit local museums, shop, or just meet up with friends. Take a walk down to Stewart Park off the downtown and see the PEA boathouse, with views of the Exeter River and Swasey Parkway. Exeter also features a number of unique businesses in the Water Street downtown business area including jewelers, bookstores, breweries, ice cream, children's toys and clothing, chocolatiers, and several eating establishments.
During the spring and summer months, Exeter hosts a Farmer's Market on Swasey Parkway on Thursday afternoons from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Exeter also hosts a number of special events throughout the year found on our annual events page.
Exeter also has access to bus and taxi services that make it simple for people to get around town without having a car.
Taxis and Buses
There are several private transportation companies serving Exeter and the Seacoast Area. Call or visit their websites for further information.
Liberty Livery, Liberty Transport Nurses and RoadNannys
(603) 772-9256 or 1-866-ON-A-TRIP
Providing safe, reliable and accessible transportation for every type of traveler. Proudly serving Seacoast New Hampshire, greater New England and beyond. Wheelchair accessible vehicle available.
Academy Taxi
(603) 658-8294
24 hour Taxi Service. Local, long distance, and corporate rates available. Airport service.
Caren's Caravan
(603) 772-7959 or toll free: (877) 772-7959
Providing quality transportation for the New Hampshire seacoast at a reasonable rate since 1995.
COAST bus routes run through Exeter on COAST route 7 on demand. This is a discounted transportation program with several stops around Exeter and neighboring towns of Stratham and Newmarket. Call the TripLink call center at 603-834-6010 to reserve your COAST bus route 7 on demand trip, or see the COAST website for details. During the Covid-19 pandemic COAST has increased regular sanitizing of vehicles and has treated vehicles used for Route 7 OD service with a safe, EPA certified nanocoating which will protect against spreading the virus.
Amtrak Downeaster
Exeter has one of the busiest train stops in New Hampshire - the Downeaster. The Downeaster is a great way to get to and from Town to places like North Station in Boston, and Freeport, Maine on the northern end. A trip on the Downeaster to Boston is quicker than taking the MBTA from Newburyport! Downeaster tickets are sold on their website and also at the Quik Trak machine located at Gerry's Variety/Trackside Cafe, Lincoln Street, Exeter.
Senior Transportation
Transportation for Seacoast Citizens is a Non-Profit supported by the Town of Exeter and serving Exeter residents age 55 or older and adults with disabilities that prevents them from driving. Their mission is to help people maintain the health, independence and dignity by mobilizing volunteer drivers to provide rides to eligible residents. Learn more about TASC.
Parking
Municipal Lots.
The Municipal lots have no time limits on parking. Each lot has designated areas for overnight parking. See parking locations here.
