What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Barnstaple?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Barnstaple from Manchester. 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Barnstaple from Manchester?
You can reach Barnstaple with just £40 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.
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National Express9h 40m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:40BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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National Express9h 10m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:40BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
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CrossCountry6h 0m008:26ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:26BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 08:26:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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CrossCountry6h 0m009:27ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station15:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 09:27:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 15:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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CrossCountry5h 58m010:26ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station16:24BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:26:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 16:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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CrossCountry6h 8m011:24ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station17:32BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 11:24:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 17:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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CrossCountry6h 8m015:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station21:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 15:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 21:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £56 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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CrossCountry5h 28m014:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station19:31BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 14:03:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 28m
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CrossCountry6h 7m014:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station20:32BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 14:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 20:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 7m
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CrossCountry6h 8m012:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station18:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 12:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 18:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £203 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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CrossCountry6h 12m016:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station22:37BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 16:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 22:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £203 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 12m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 23/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 23/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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CrossCountry6h 14m005:11ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:25BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 05:11:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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CrossCountry6h 24m008:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 08:03:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 14:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 24m
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CrossCountry6h 2m008:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 08:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 14:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 2m
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Transport for Wales7h 58m009:30ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station17:28BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 09:30:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 17:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 58m
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Transport for Wales8h 3m010:30ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station18:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:30:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 18:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 3m
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What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Barnstaple?
You can get to Barnstaple from Manchester in just 5h 28m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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CrossCountry5h 58m010:26ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station16:24BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:26:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 16:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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CrossCountry6h 0m008:26ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:26BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 08:26:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 14:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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CrossCountry6h 0m009:27ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station15:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 09:27:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 15:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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CrossCountry6h 8m011:24ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station17:32BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 11:24:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 17:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £199 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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National Express9h 10m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:40BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
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National Express9h 40m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:40BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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CrossCountry5h 28m014:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station19:31BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 14:03:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 28m
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CrossCountry6h 7m014:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station20:32BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 14:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 20:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 7m
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CrossCountry6h 8m015:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station21:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 15:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 21:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £56 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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CrossCountry6h 8m012:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station18:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 12:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 18:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £203 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
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CrossCountry6h 12m016:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station22:37BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 16:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 22:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £203 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 12m
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
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Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 23/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 23/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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CrossCountry6h 2m008:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 08:25:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 14:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 2m
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CrossCountry6h 14m005:11ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:25BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 05:11:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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CrossCountry6h 24m008:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:27BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 08:03:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 14:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 24m
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Transport for Wales7h 58m009:30ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station17:28BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 09:30:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 17:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 58m
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Transport for Wales8h 3m010:30ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station18:33BarnstapleCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:30:00 to Central Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 18:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 3m
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National Express9h 25m010:30Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:30:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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National Express9h 55m010:00ManchesterCoach Station19:55BarnstapleCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
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Bus from Manchester to Barnstaple
What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Barnstaple?
In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, 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 Manchester? With 5 connections between 3 Bus and Train 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 Manchester and Barnstaple, you can pay as low as £40 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 CrossCountry: you will get to Barnstaple in just 5h 28m.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 Manchester and Barnstaple are CrossCountry, National Express and Transport for Wales, 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 Manchester 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 Salford or to Bickington, and look at flights from Liverpool 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 Manchester to Barnstaple?
The most popular companies between Manchester and Barnstaple, are CrossCountry, National Express and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: CrossCountry and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Barnstaple
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester 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 Manchester to Barnstaple
How can I reach Barnstaple from Manchester?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Barnstaple from Manchester.
How far is Barnstaple from Manchester?
The distance between Manchester and Barnstaple is 294.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester 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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Barnstaple?
You can get to Barnstaple with just £40 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester 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 28m with a Train from CrossCountry.
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