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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, while a flight costs an average of £564.
Distance: 267 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£81 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £564 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Barnstaple to Luton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Luton:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to Luton costing on average £90.
A coach is £484 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to Luton costing on average £564.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 11m.
Coach takes on average 7h 3m.
Tickets start at around £81 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£24. The journey takes 6h 33m versus 4h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Luton from Barnstaple by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Barnstaple to Luton is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Luton are London, Brighton, Milton Keynes, Cambridge and Oxford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Luton on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Milton Keynes is a modern Buckinghamshire city known for its grid layout, green spaces and major shopping centre. It is closely linked with Bletchley Park and has a spacious, practical character shaped by post-war planning.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Luton:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to Luton costing on average £90.
A coach is £484 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to Luton costing on average £564.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 11m.
Coach takes on average 7h 3m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnstaple and Luton as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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