Bus and Coach from Northampton to Barnstaple: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Northampton to Barnstaple

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

today

£31

tomorrow

£36

Friday

£36

Saturday

£36

Sunday

Monday

£39

Tuesday

£36

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 45m	09:35	Northampton	Town Centre	19:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 16/09/2026 09:35:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/09/2026 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 45m	09:35	Northampton	Town Centre	19:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 17/09/2026 09:35:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/09/2026 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 35m	11:30	Northampton	Town Centre	20:05	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 11:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
	National Express	12h 15m	04:50	Northampton	Town Centre	17:05	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 04:50:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	11h 15m	05:05	Northampton	Town Centre	16:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 05:05:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
	National Express	8h 10m	11:30	Northampton	Town Centre	19:40	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 19/09/2026 11:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/09/2026 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 45m	09:35	Northampton	Town Centre	19:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 21/09/2026 09:35:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/09/2026 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Barnstaple via Bristol, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 50m
  
  0
  
  07:30
  
  Northampton
  Town Centre
  
  13:20
  
  Bristol
  Coldharbour Lane
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £11
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 07:30:00 to Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
- National Express
  
  3h 20m
  
  0
  
  16:00
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  19:20
  
  Barnstaple
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £22
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 16:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 45m	09:35	Northampton	Town Centre	19:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 09:35:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Northampton to Barnstaple is £31 on 16/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Northampton and Barnstaple

See here how frequent the connections between Northampton and Barnstaple are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Northampton to Barnstaple. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Northampton and Barnstaple.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 coaches from Northampton to Barnstaple, while Night sees the fewest connections between Northampton and Barnstaple, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Northampton to Barnstaple

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Northampton to Barnstaple in one click! Book your bus ticket from Northampton to Barnstaple starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus	£31
Fastest Bus	8h 10m
Earliest Coach	09:35
Latest Coach	09:35
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	253.0 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Northampton to Barnstaple

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Northampton for Barnstaple: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 14/09

Tuesday 15/09

Wednesday 16/09

£31

Thursday 17/09

£36

Friday 18/09

£36

Saturday 19/09

£36

Sunday 20/09

Monday 21/09

£39

Tuesday 22/09

£36

Wednesday 23/09

£31

Thursday 24/09

Friday 25/09

£36

Saturday 26/09

£36

Sunday 27/09

£41

Monday 28/09

£36

Tuesday 29/09

£36

Wednesday 30/09

£31

Thursday 01/10

Friday 02/10

£36

Saturday 03/10

£36

Sunday 04/10

£41

Monday 05/10

£36

Tuesday 06/10

£36

Wednesday 07/10

£31

Thursday 08/10

£36

Friday 09/10

£36

Saturday 10/10

£39

Sunday 11/10

The cheapest time to travel from Northampton to Barnstaple

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Northampton to Barnstaple, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £30, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Northampton to Barnstaple. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Northampton to Barnstaple, with £31. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £31.

How to save money travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Barnstaple are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Northampton to Barnstaple

These are the most booked bus companies between Northampton to Barnstaple from our users.

National Express from Northampton to Barnstaple

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Northampton to Barnstaple:

Cheapest Price	£31
Fastest Coach	8h 10m
Earliest Coach	09:35
Last Coach	09:35
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	23/08/2026

All bus stations and stops in Northampton and Barnstaple

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

Grange Park

School Lane

Town Centre

Victoria Street 1

Services

M1 Motorway Service Area

Far Cotton

London Road 80

London Road/A508

London Road 318

Coach Station

Silver St

Central Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Northampton to Barnstaple

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

FAQs about the Northampton to Barnstaple bus

How much does a Northampton - Barnstaple coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Northampton - Barnstaple bus trip is available from £31 and takes 9h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Northampton to Barnstaple is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £44. 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 Northampton - Barnstaple route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Northampton 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 Northampton take?

The quickest coach from Northampton to Barnstaple is provided by National Express and takes 8h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Northampton to Barnstaple?

The earliest bus to Barnstaple departs from Northampton at 09:35. 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 Northampton to Barnstaple?

The latest bus to Barnstaple departs from Northampton at 09:35. 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 Northampton - Barnstaple route?

Passengers looking to travel from Northampton 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 Northampton and Barnstaple?

You can check all the direct connections between Northampton 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 Northampton?

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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Barnstaple on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Northampton and to Barnstaple

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