The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
18 h 20 m
Average duration
18 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £69.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh 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 545 km distance in an average of 18 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £69, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 545 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
15h 41m Average total duration 15h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Barnstaple coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:40 Edinburgh | 19h15 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple
Buses from Edinburgh to Barnstaple run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £59 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 05:47, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 545 km distance in 18h 10m.
Distance 545 km |
Average bus duration 15h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 10m |
First bus 05:47 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Barnstaple with National Express for as low as £59. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Barnstaple
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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