Luton to Barnstaple bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Barnstaple

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£75

Average price

£75

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

267 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Barnstaple will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Luton 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 267 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.

National Express
14:406h25
Luton
21:05Barnstaple
£751One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Luton to Barnstaple

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. 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 £52, and a train costs an average of £71.

Distance: 267 km

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Most popular
Train

£56

Average Price

Cheapest

£88

Average Price

7h 40m

Average total duration

7h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Luton to Barnstaple bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Barnstaple coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 22:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express14:40 Luton
6h25
21:05 Barnstaple0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Barnstaple

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Buses from Luton to Barnstaple run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 16:05. The fastest coach covers the 267 km distance in 8h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
267 km
Average bus duration
7h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
8h 45m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
16:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Luton to Barnstaple with National Express for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£53
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Luton to Barnstaple coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Barnstaple can start from as little as £61 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Barnstaple is £70; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Luton to Barnstaple is 6 h 20 min   to travel the 166 mile long route, with around there are 6 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Barnstaple leaves at 09: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Barnstaple leaves at 16: 05.
There are 6 coaches a day from Luton to Barnstaple which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Luton to Barnstaple coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Luton and Barnstaple as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Barnstaple by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel between Luton and Barnstaple 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Luton to Barnstaple has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Barnstaple needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Barnstaple.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Barnstaple

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    The major coach station for departures in Luton is Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) for your trip from Luton to Barnstaple.
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