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Canterbury to Barnstaple Bus Schedule
Bus from Canterbury to Barnstaple: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Canterbury to Barnstaple. Traveling by bus from Canterbury to Barnstaple usually takes around 10 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 223 mi (359 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €24.15 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Canterbury to Barnstaple?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Barnstaple. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 10h 9m | €31.02 |
Book National Express from Canterbury to Barnstaple from €24. There are 3 trips per day offered by National Express from Canterbury to Barnstaple and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Barnstaple. In Canterbury, National Express departs to Barnstaple from Canterburry Bus Station . In Barnstaple, National Express arrives at Barnstaple Bus Station .
An average trip on National Express from Canterbury to Barnstaple takes 10 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Barnstaple in 9 hours and 20 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canterbury to Barnstaple
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 223 miles from Canterbury to Barnstaple. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canterbury to Barnstaple, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express bus.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Canterbury?
Main departure station: Canterburry Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Canterbury.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Barnstaple?
Main arrival station: Barnstaple Bus Station
All buses from Canterbury arrive at one main station in Barnstaple.
All bus stations in Barnstaple:
Barnstaple Bus Station
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