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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Barnstaple will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth 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 210 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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 and coach for Portsmouth to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £59.
Distance: 210 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£59 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Barnstaple coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:50 Portsmouth | 8h25 | 15:15 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Barnstaple
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Buses from Portsmouth to Barnstaple run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:20, the last at 17:29. The fastest coach covers the 210 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 05:20 |
Last bus 17:29 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Barnstaple with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, University, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) 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 Portsmouth and Barnstaple
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
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