Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Barnstaple: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Barnstaple from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

£74

tomorrow

Tuesday

£61

Wednesday

£61

Thursday

£61

Friday

£62

Saturday

£68

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 15m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	16:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£74	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/06/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Barnstaple via Manchester, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  22h 0m
  
  0
  
  20:55
  
  Edinburgh
  Haymarket Station
  
  02:40
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £25
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Haymarket Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 15/06/2026 20:55:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/06/2026 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
- National Express
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  09:20
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  18:55
  
  Barnstaple
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £37
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 16/06/2026 09:20:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/06/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Travel time is 3h 45m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 15m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	16:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£61	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/06/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 15m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	16:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£61	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 17/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 55m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	17:00	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£61	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/06/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 10m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	16:15	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£62	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/06/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	18h 10m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	16:15	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£68	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/06/2026 22:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/06/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Barnstaple via Manchester, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  21h 57m
  
  0
  
  20:58
  
  Edinburgh
  Edinburgh Zoo Coach Stop
  
  02:40
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £21
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Edinburgh Zoo Coach Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 17/06/2026 20:58:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 42m
- National Express
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  09:20
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  18:55
  
  Barnstaple
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £37
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 09:20:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Travel time is 3h 47m longer, but you will save £10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Barnstaple is £54 on 09/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple starting from £54!

Cheapest Bus	£54
Fastest Bus	18h 10m
Earliest Coach	22:05
Latest Coach	22:05
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	544.8 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Barnstaple: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 14/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/06

Tuesday 09/06

Wednesday 10/06

Thursday 11/06

Friday 12/06

Saturday 13/06

Sunday 14/06

£74

Monday 15/06

Tuesday 16/06

£61

Wednesday 17/06

£61

Thursday 18/06

£61

Friday 19/06

£62

Saturday 20/06

£68

Sunday 21/06

£71

Monday 22/06

£56

Tuesday 23/06

£65

Wednesday 24/06

£61

Thursday 25/06

£62

Friday 26/06

£58

Saturday 27/06

£63

Sunday 28/06

Monday 29/06

Tuesday 30/06

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 02/07

Friday 03/07

Saturday 04/07

Sunday 05/07

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Barnstaple are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Barnstaple

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Edinburgh and Barnstaple.

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Coach Station

Silver St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Edinburgh to Barnstaple? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Barnstaple? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Barnstaple bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Barnstaple coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Barnstaple bus trip is available from £54 and takes 18h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Barnstaple?

The connection Edinburgh to Barnstaple is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £54 to £74. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh - Barnstaple route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Barnstaple is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Barnstaple from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Barnstaple is provided by National Express and takes 18h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £62. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple?

The earliest bus to Barnstaple departs from Edinburgh at 22:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Barnstaple?

The latest bus to Barnstaple departs from Edinburgh at 22:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh - Barnstaple route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Barnstaple can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Barnstaple?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Barnstaple by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Barnstaple from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Barnstaple bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Barnstaple bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Barnstaple on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh to Barnstaple?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Barnstaple

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Barnstaple

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Barnstaple. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!