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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
15 h 35 m
Average duration
15 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Barnstaple will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £113.
To travel from Preston to Barnstaple you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, and a train costs an average of £316.
Distance: 312 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£73 Average Price Cheapest | £330 Average Price |
20h 50m Average total duration 20h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration Fastest 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Barnstaple coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:35 Preston | 20h20 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 March | |||||
| 03:20 Preston | 15h35 | 18:55 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Barnstaple
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Buses from Preston to Barnstaple run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 312 km distance in 20h 20m.
Distance 312 km |
Average bus duration 20h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 20h 20m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
FAQs: Preston to Barnstaple coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
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