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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Barnstaple will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Barnstaple every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 110 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 110 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Bristol to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Barnstaple coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX502 | 15:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h20 | 18:55 Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Barnstaple
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Buses from Bristol to Barnstaple run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:22, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 110 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 110 km |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 05:22 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Bristol to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Barnstaple with Megabus, National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, 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.
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