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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Barnstaple Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Barnstaple Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Barnstaple Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Barnstaple
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barnstaple. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting comfortable seating and a smooth booking process with guaranteed site availability. However, multiple reviews mention that the toilets lacked water and did not flush properly, which was noted as a significant concern for travelers. Overall, many found their trips pleasant enough to consider using the service again.
National Express London Barnstaple recent customer reviews
The entire process was smooth, my one and only serious gripe is the toilet has no water and doesn't flush, that's a major health hazard
Pavel M.
This was our first time using national express and it was a very pleasant experience and will definitely use them again.
Andrew W.
Not travelled on a coach for years, but it was a really easy journey arriving 1 min early after over 5 hours.
Mark L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Barnstaple
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Barnstaple?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Barnstaple start from €15. The average price for this route is around €27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Barnstaple?
The average bus journey time from London to Barnstaple is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 279 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Barnstaple route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Barnstaple?
The earliest bus departs from London to Barnstaple at 10:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Barnstaple?
A bus journey from London to Barnstaple produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Barnstaple was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Barnstaple as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €23 to €46 for a bus ticket from London to Barnstaple based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €23, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Barnstaple?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination