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Luton to Barnstaple Bus Schedule

Bus from Luton to Barnstaple: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Luton to Barnstaple. Traveling by bus from Luton to Barnstaple usually takes around 7 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance166 mi (267 km)
Shortest duration6h 20m
Cheapest price$55.02
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What bus companies travel from Luton to Barnstaple?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to Barnstaple. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express67h 31m$83.41
  • Book National Express from Luton to Barnstaple from $55. There are 6 trips per day offered by National Express from Luton to Barnstaple and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Barnstaple. In Luton, National Express departs to Barnstaple from Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station and one other station. In Barnstaple, National Express arrives at Barnstaple Bus Station .

    An average trip on National Express from Luton to Barnstaple takes 7 hours and 31 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Barnstaple in 6 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Barnstaple.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Luton to Barnstaple

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 166 miles from Luton to Barnstaple. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 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.

Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Barnstaple. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Luton to Barnstaple, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Luton to Barnstaple every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Luton

Luton, UK - GBWCB-0

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Luton, UK - GBWCB-1

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Luton, UK - GBWCB-2

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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.

To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.

Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Luton?

Main departure station: Bus Station

Luton has two bus stations with service to Barnstaple.

All bus stations in Luton:

  • Bus Station

  • Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station

Where does the bus arrive in Barnstaple?

Main arrival station: Barnstaple Bus Station

All buses from Luton arrive at one main station in Barnstaple.

All bus stations in Barnstaple:

  • Barnstaple Bus Station

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