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What is the best way to travel from Leicester to Barnstaple?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Barnstaple from Leicester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 5m
£24
£32
1
Train
5h 21m
£51
£101
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Barnstaple from Leicester?

You can reach Barnstaple with just £24 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £29
Wednesday
from £24
Thursday
Friday
from £33
Saturday
from £38
Sunday
from £38
Monday
from £32

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    20:05
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 35m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    15:25
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    08:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    14:27
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £63
  • CrossCountry
    5h 36m
    0
    10:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    16:26
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £71
  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 23m
    0
    09:04
    Leicester
    Central Station
    14:27
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 21m
    0
    10:04
    Leicester
    Central Station
    15:25
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £188

What are the fastest trips from Leicester to Barnstaple?

You can get to Barnstaple from Leicester in just 5h 21m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 9h 30m
Wednesday
from 9h 30m
Thursday
Friday
from 8h 30m
Saturday
from 8h 5m
Sunday
from 8h 5m
Monday
from 5h 21m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    20:05
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 21m
    0
    10:04
    Leicester
    Central Station
    15:25
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £188
  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 23m
    0
    09:04
    Leicester
    Central Station
    14:27
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • CrossCountry
    5h 35m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    15:25
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    5h 36m
    0
    10:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    16:26
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £71
  • CrossCountry
    5h 37m
    0
    08:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    14:27
    Barnstaple
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £63

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leicester to Barnstaple

What are the most popular stations in Leicester and Barnstaple?

In Leicester, you will usually depart from Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's Bus Station, while in Barnstaple you will be arriving at Central Station or Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Barnstaple from Leicester? With 1 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leicester and Barnstaple, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Barnstaple in just 5h 21m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leicester and Barnstaple are National Express, CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Leicester and Barnstaple is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Oadby or to Bickington, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Leicester to Barnstaple?

The most popular companies between Leicester and Barnstaple, are National Express, CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway

All you need to know when you travel from Leicester to Barnstaple

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leicester to Barnstaple. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Leicester to Barnstaple

How can I reach Barnstaple from Leicester?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Barnstaple from Leicester.

How far is Barnstaple from Leicester?

The distance between Leicester and Barnstaple is 264.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leicester and Barnstaple?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leicester to Barnstaple?

You can get to Barnstaple with just £24 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Barnstaple in just 5h 21m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.

More routes to Leicester and to Barnstaple

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leicester and to Barnstaple. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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