4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnstaple to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnstaple to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Birmingham will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 buses that leave Barnstaple for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:407h50Barnstaple15:30Birmingham£381One-way0 changes- 8:407h50Barnstaple16:30Birmingham£391One-way0 changes
- 8:407h50Barnstaple16:30Birmingham£391One-way0 changes
- 7:407h50Barnstaple15:30Birmingham£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barnstaple to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 215 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnstaple to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:40 Barnstaple | 7h50 | 15:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Barnstaple | 7h50 | 16:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnstaple to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Barnstaple to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 18:12. The fastest coach covers the 215 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 215 km |
Average bus duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 4:40 |
Last bus 18:12 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Barnstaple to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Barnstaple to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Birmingham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Birmingham
Most Barnstaple to Birmingham buses use the Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) from Barnstaple city centre
Which Birmingham station do buses from Barnstaple arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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