Bus and Coach from Watchet to Barnstaple: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Watchet to Barnstaple

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

today

£28

tomorrow

Tuesday

Wednesday

£28

Thursday

Friday

£28

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 25m	11:50	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	16:15	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 11:50:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	3h 50m	14:50	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	18:40	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 14:50:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	4h 15m	17:50	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	22:05	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 17:50:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 22:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 13m	15:42	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	18:55	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 15:42:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 13m
National Express	2h 48m	19:37	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	22:25	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 19:37:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 22:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 48m
National Express	3h 43m	12:37	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	16:20	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 12:37:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 33m	13:27	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	17:00	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 13:27:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 33m
National Express	2h 58m	16:27	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	19:25	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 16:27:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 58m
National Express	2h 48m	19:37	Watchet	West Somerset Railway Station	22:25	Barnstaple	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from West Somerset Railway Station, Watchet (United Kingdom) at 27/03/2026 19:37:00 to Coach Station, Barnstaple (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/03/2026 22:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 48m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Watchet to Barnstaple is £28 on 22/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Watchet and Barnstaple

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

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Watchet to Barnstaple. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Watchet and Barnstaple.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 coaches from Watchet to Barnstaple, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Watchet and Barnstaple, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Watchet to Barnstaple

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Watchet to Barnstaple in one click! Book your bus ticket from Watchet to Barnstaple starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus	£28
Fastest Bus	2h 48m
Earliest Coach	11:50
Latest Coach	19:37
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	52.2 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Watchet to Barnstaple

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Watchet for Barnstaple: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£28

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£28

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£28

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£28

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£28

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£28

Monday 06/04

£28

Tuesday 07/04

£28

Wednesday 08/04

£28

Thursday 09/04

£28

Friday 10/04

£28

Saturday 11/04

£28

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Watchet to Barnstaple

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

With a price starting from £28, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Watchet to Barnstaple. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Watchet to Barnstaple, with £28. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

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

All bus stations and stops in Watchet and Barnstaple

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

West Somerset Railway Station

Harbour Road

Coach Station

Silver St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Watchet to Barnstaple

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

FAQs about the Watchet to Barnstaple bus

How much does a Watchet - Barnstaple coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Watchet - Barnstaple bus trip is available from £28 and takes 4h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Watchet to Barnstaple is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £29. 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 Watchet - Barnstaple route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Watchet to Barnstaple is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Barnstaple from Watchet take?

The quickest coach from Watchet to Barnstaple is provided by National Express and takes 2h 48m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £28. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Watchet to Barnstaple?

The earliest bus to Barnstaple departs from Watchet at 11:50. 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 Watchet to Barnstaple?

The latest bus to Barnstaple departs from Watchet at 19:37. 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 Watchet - Barnstaple route?

Passengers looking to travel from Watchet 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 Watchet and Barnstaple?

You can check all the direct connections between Watchet 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 Watchet?

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 Watchet 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 Watchet 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 Watchet to Barnstaple on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Watchet and to Barnstaple

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