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The cheapest and fastest buses from Barnstaple to London
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
278 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barnstaple to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to London will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Fast buses
Of the 3 buses that leave Barnstaple for London on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.
10:30AM6h20
Barnstaple04:50PMLondon
€371One-way
0 transfers
05:00AM6h20
Barnstaple11:20AMLondon
€461One-way
0 transfers
07:40AM6h30
Barnstaple02:10PMLondon
€461One-way
0 transfers
10:30AM6h20
Barnstaple04:50PMLondon
€371One-way
0 transfers
05:00AM6h20
Barnstaple11:20AMLondon
€461One-way
0 transfers
07:40AM6h30
Barnstaple02:10PMLondon
€461One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barnstaple to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 278 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €148 Average price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnstaple to London bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:39 AM
Last updated at 1:39 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM Barnstaple | 6h20 | 11:20 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Barnstaple | 6h30 | 2:10 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Barnstaple | 6h20 | 4:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnstaple to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Barnstaple to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 05:47 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Barnstaple to LondonYou can travel by bus between Barnstaple to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
€22
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
€27
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Bus from Barnstaple to London
FAQs: Take the bus from Barnstaple to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Barnstaple to London.
Cheap coach tickets from Barnstaple to London can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barnstaple to London is €36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Barnstaple to London coach travel time is 6 h 5 min for the 277 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Barnstaple to London leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Barnstaple to London leaves at 11: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Barnstaple to London without having to change trains with National Express. There are 3 direct coaches from Barnstaple to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Barnstaple to London coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Barnstaple to London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station), which is located around 0.1 miles (211 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Barnstaple to London by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel from Barnstaple to London 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Barnstaple to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Barnstaple to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Barnstaple to London.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Barnstaple to London.
No, luggage for the coach from Barnstaple to London needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Barnstaple to London.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Barnstaple to London.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Barnstaple to London.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Barnstaple to London.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barnstaple to London
Barnstaple
London
The major bus station for departures in Barnstaple is Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) for your trip from Barnstaple to London.
Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station)
information
The major bus station for arrivals in London is London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 for your trip to London from Barnstaple.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Car connection
Bath RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
22 kmCar connection
Great South West RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Northern Perimeter RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
information
London, Victoria Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
BishopsgateWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
London, York Road (London Eye)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
information
London, Elephant and Castle
information
London, Lewisham
information
London, New Cross Gate
information
London, Earl's Court
information
London, Victoria Rail Station
information
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
information
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