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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colchester to Barnstaple from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from £54
tomorrow
from £59
Monday
Tuesday
from £49
Wednesday
Thursday
from £50
Friday
from £50

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    08:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    22:05
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £67
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:15
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £69
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Barnstaple via London, you can save more than £22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      14:30
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:25
      Barnstaple
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    08:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:40
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £59
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:15
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £76
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    22:05
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £76
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Barnstaple via London, you can save more than £27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      14:30
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:25
      Barnstaple
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    08:25
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:55
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £49
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £70
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    22:25
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £70
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Barnstaple via London, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      14:30
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:25
      Barnstaple
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    08:25
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:55
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:20
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £70
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    22:25
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £71
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Barnstaple via London, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      14:30
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:25
      Barnstaple
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 0m
    0
    08:25
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    20:25
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    22:25
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £70
  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    17:00
    Barnstaple
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £79
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Barnstaple via London, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      14:30
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:25
      Barnstaple
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £18

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Barnstaple

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Barnstaple are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Colchester to Barnstaple. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Colchester and Barnstaple.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 coaches from Colchester to Barnstaple, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Barnstaple, with 5 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Barnstaple

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Colchester to Barnstaple in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Barnstaple starting from £49!

Cheapest Bus £49
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Coach 06:05
Latest Coach 12:10
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 355.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Barnstaple

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Barnstaple: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 15/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 10/03
Tuesday 11/03
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 13/03
Friday 14/03
Saturday 15/03
£54
Sunday 16/03
£59
Monday 17/03
Tuesday 18/03
£49
Wednesday 19/03
Thursday 20/03
£50
Friday 21/03
£50
Saturday 22/03
Sunday 23/03
Monday 24/03
Tuesday 25/03
Wednesday 26/03
Thursday 27/03
Friday 28/03
Saturday 29/03
Sunday 30/03
Monday 31/03
Tuesday 01/04
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 03/04
Friday 04/04
Saturday 05/04
Sunday 06/04

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Barnstaple

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Barnstaple, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £49, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Barnstaple. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £59.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Barnstaple, with £49. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £67.

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

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Barnstaple

These are the most booked bus companies between Colchester to Barnstaple from our users.

National Express from Colchester to Barnstaple

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Colchester to Barnstaple:

Cheapest Price £49
Fastest Coach 9h 55m
Earliest Coach 06:05
Last Coach 12:10
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 13/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Barnstaple

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Barnstaple

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Barnstaple bus

How much does a Colchester - Barnstaple coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Barnstaple bus trip is available from £49 and takes 11h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Colchester to Barnstaple is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £49 to £79. 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 Colchester - Barnstaple route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Colchester 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 Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Barnstaple is provided by National Express and takes 9h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £67. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Barnstaple?

The earliest bus to Barnstaple departs from Colchester at 06:05. 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 Colchester to Barnstaple?

The latest bus to Barnstaple departs from Colchester at 12:10. 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 Colchester - Barnstaple route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester 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 Colchester and Barnstaple?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester 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 Colchester?

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 Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester to Barnstaple on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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