🚌 Bus from Bridgwater to Barnstaple
2 direct routes · about 135 min · first bus 14:15, last bus 20:30 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 502 | National Express | ~135 min | 5 | 14:15 | 20:30 | Bus Station (Bay 1) |
| 105 | National Express | ~140 min | 2 | 17:05 | 17:50 | Bus Station (Bay 1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bridgwater on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bridgwater to Barnstaple?
2 routes run directly from Bridgwater to Barnstaple: the 502 (National Express), the 105 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Bridgwater to Barnstaple?
Around 135 minutes on the 502, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bridgwater to Barnstaple?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 502) leaves around 14:15 and the last around 20:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bridgwater to Barnstaple?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.