The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester 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 294 km distance in an average of 11 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £139 Average Price |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barnstaple coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:30 Manchester | 11h25 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Barnstaple by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Manchester to Barnstaple coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Barnstaple.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Barnstaple.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Barnstaple.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Barnstaple
Buses from Manchester to Barnstaple run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:47, the last at 16:31. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 05:47 |
Last bus 16:31 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Manchester to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Barnstaple with Megabus, National Express for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Barnstaple
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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