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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 | Barnstaple Bus Station | Taunton, Park Street | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Barnstaple Bus Station | Taunton, Park Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barnstaple Bus Station | Taunton, Park Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barnstaple Bus Station | Taunton, Park Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barnstaple Bus Station | Taunton, Park Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barnstaple to Taunton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 533, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers have expressed satisfaction with their journeys, describing them as easy and indicating a willingness to use the service again. However, some users suggested that better signposting at Barnstaple bus station would be helpful for locating where the National Express buses stop.
National Express Barnstaple Taunton recent customer reviews
There could be a signpost at barnstaple bus station to say where the nat. Ex. bus stops... that's all
Susie E.
Excellent . My journey was so easy. Will definitely use again
Sandra A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnstaple to Taunton by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Barnstaple to Taunton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barnstaple to Taunton start at R 533. The average price for this route is around R 562. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barnstaple to Taunton?
The average bus journey time from Barnstaple to Taunton is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 70 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Barnstaple to Taunton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barnstaple to Taunton?
The earliest bus departs from Barnstaple to Taunton at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 11:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barnstaple to Taunton?
A bus trip from Barnstaple to Taunton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barnstaple to Taunton was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of R 509To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barnstaple to Taunton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 509 to R 602 for a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 509, which is on 2026-02-17.
