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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 40 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
9:455h55Barnstaple15:40London Heathrow Airport£401One-way0 changes- 6:005h10Barnstaple11:10London Heathrow Airport£401One-way0 changes
- 10:455h55Barnstaple16:40London Heathrow Airport£411One-way0 changes
- 6:005h10Barnstaple11:10London Heathrow Airport£401One-way0 changes
- 10:455h55Barnstaple16:40London Heathrow Airport£411One-way0 changes
- 9:455h55Barnstaple15:40London Heathrow Airport£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight, coach and train for Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 255 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £180 Average Price | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £68.
A coach is £140 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £180.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 12m.
Flight takes on average 6h 0m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 5h 12m versus 3h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Barnstaple | 5h15 | 15:45 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport
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Buses from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:40, the last at 10:30. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 7:40 |
Last bus 10:30 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Bus providers: National Express from Barnstaple to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport with National Express for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and London Heathrow Airport
Most Barnstaple to London Heathrow Airport buses use the Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and London Heathrow Airport 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
Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) bus station facilities and services
Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station): Ramp and accessible toilets available.
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