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Today2 Jul
from US$33
Tomorrow3 Jul
from US$33
Fri4 Jul
from US$33
Sat5 Jul
from US$28
Sun6 Jul
from US$28
Mon7 Jul
from US$30
Tue8 Jul
from US$33
Wed9 Jul

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Barnstaple
    Departure location: Barnstaple Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Barnstaple
    Departure location: Barnstaple Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Barnstaple
    Departure location: Bickington, N. Devon Bus Stop (opp Bickington Garage)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Barnstaple
    Departure location: Bickington, N. Devon Bus Stop (opp Bickington Garage)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barnstaple to Bristol

Bus
Average priceUS$27 - US$38Average duration3h 35m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$64 - US$111Average duration2h 41m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$17 - US$17Average duration2h 10m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Barnstaple to Bristol

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 35mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Barnstaple to Bristol: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$30
Average bus trip duration3h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:10
Distance71 miles
Latest bus departure08:40

Barnstaple to Bristol Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Barnstaple - Bristol

  1. How far is Bristol from Barnstaple by coach?

    The distance between Barnstaple and Bristol by coach is approximately 69 miles (111 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Bristol from Barnstaple without a car?

    You can travel to Bristol from Barnstaple by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/06
US$31
01/07
US$31
Today
US$31
03/07
US$31
04/07
US$31
05/07
US$26
06/07
US$26
07/07
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barnstaple to Bristol was searched and found on 5 Jul 2025 with a price of US$26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barnstaple to Bristol as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$33 for a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-07-05.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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