The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
267 km
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 £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
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 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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 coach and train 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 £51. 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 £51, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 267 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Barnstaple coaches for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:40 Luton | 6h25 | 21:05 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Barnstaple
Buses from Luton to Barnstaple run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £43 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:09, the last at 16:29. The fastest coach covers the 267 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 267 km |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 04:09 |
Last bus 16:29 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Luton to Barnstaple with National Express for as low as £43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- 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.
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