The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Barnstaple will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Barnstaple every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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 and coach for Nottingham to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham 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 5h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£64 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Barnstaple coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:55 Nottingham | 10h00 | 17:55 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:40 Nottingham | 9h15 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Barnstaple
Buses from Nottingham to Barnstaple run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 16:54. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 16:54 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Nottingham to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Barnstaple with Megabus, National Express for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (829 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station), located 0.1 miles (211 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Barnstaple
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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