4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Barnstaple will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Barnstaple on Thu, Nov 06, 2 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 215 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. 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 €37, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Barnstaple bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Barnstaple buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM Birmingham | 6h55 | 5:55 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Birmingham | 5h55 | 6:55 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 18:12 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Birmingham to Barnstaple start from as low as $45 (€37) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $63 (€52) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Birmingham to BarnstapleYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Barnstaple with Megabus, National Express for as low as $45 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Barnstaple
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Birmingham, Brunel Street, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station), located 0.1 miles (211 m) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Birmingham to Barnstaple, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Barnstaple
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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