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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
19 h 55 m
Average duration
19 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
532 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Barnstaple will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Glasgow 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 532 km distance in an average of 19 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 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.
23:0019h55Glasgow18:55Barnstaple£741One-way0 changes
- 23:0019h55Glasgow18:55Barnstaple£741One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a train costs an average of £110.
Distance: 532 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£74 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
15h 0m Average total duration 14h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration Fastest 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Barnstaple coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 22:40 Glasgow | 20h15 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Barnstaple.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Barnstaple.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Barnstaple run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 532 km distance in 17h 35m.
Distance 532 km |
Average bus duration 14h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 35m |
First bus 6:25 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Barnstaple with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £74. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Barnstaple
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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