How far is London from Barnstaple by coach?

The distance between Barnstaple and London by coach is approximately 173 miles (278 km).

Is there a way to reach London from Barnstaple without a car?

You can travel to London from Barnstaple by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus from Barnstaple to London from £21 | Compare & Save up to 52%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barnstaple to London on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 20m	17:50	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	5h 40m	11:55	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 5m	12:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 5m	12:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 30m	15:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Barnstaple to London on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 5m	12:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	5h 40m	11:55	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 5m	12:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 5m	12:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Barnstaple Bus Station	6h 30m	15:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:12 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barnstaple to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

172 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £43	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£43 - £261	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £30	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, the bus service provided by National Express is generally positive. Customers appreciate the cleanliness of the buses and efficiency of the drivers. However, some customers have mentioned that they would prefer more comfortable seats for longer journeys. Overall, National Express offers a friendly and efficient travel experience with room for improvement in terms of seating comfort on longer trips.

National Express Barnstaple London recent customer reviews

A good service excellent price -onky issue was the toilet wasn't working!! This is quite important!!

Kay D.

4 September 2019

Excellent ride

Ebenezer Kweku K.

25 April 2024

I missed the bus so a could not comment.

Geoff E.

20 October 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Barnstaple to London

How far is London from Barnstaple by coach?
The distance between Barnstaple and London by coach is approximately 173 miles (278 km).
Is there a way to reach London from Barnstaple without a car?
You can travel to London from Barnstaple by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£38

14/11

No data

Today

£38

16/11

£23

17/11

No data

18/11

No data

19/11

£21

20/11

£21

The cheapest trip from Barnstaple to London was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barnstaple to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £42 for a bus ticket from Barnstaple to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-11-19.