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TodayApr 26
from $29
TomorrowApr 27
from $29
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bond St
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Barnstaple
    Destination location: Barnstaple Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $29
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Barnstaple
    Destination location: Barnstaple Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $31
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Barnstaple
    Destination location: Bickington, N. Devon Bus Stop (o/s Bickington Garage)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
Bus Bristol to Barnstaple: Trip Overview

Bus Bristol to Barnstaple: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33
Average bus trip duration3h 10m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:00 AM
Distance71 miles (113 km)
Latest bus departure7:00 PM

Bristol to Barnstaple Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures11:00AM - 7:00PM
Minimum Price$21
Average Ticket Price$33
Minimum Trip Duration2h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h10m
Distance71 miles (113 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteMegabus UK, National Express, Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bristol - Barnstaple

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Barnstaple without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Bristol to Barnstaple takes about 3h 10m on average, but you can get there in as little as 2h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 69 miles (111 km) that separate the two cities.

Bristol and Barnstaple are 69 miles (111 km) apart.

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by Megabus UK, National Express and Infobus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Bristol to Barnstaple may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Bristol to Barnstaple as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 11:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 7:00 PM for the final departure.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $12 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Barnstaple from Bristol.

The bus ticket costs $33 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $12 and $41, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Barnstaple is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 5h 40m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Barnstaple before making your way back to Bristol.

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

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04/24
$28
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04/28
$30
04/29
$26
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The cheapest trip from Bristol to Barnstaple was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $31 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Barnstaple based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Bristol to Barnstaple but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bristol to Barnstaple, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bristol to Barnstaple will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bristol to Barnstaple.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

Will you be returning to Bristol by bus?

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