🚌 Bus from Taunton to Barnstaple
2 direct routes · about 95 min · first bus 14:50, last bus 21:05 (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 | ~95 min | 5 | 14:50 | 21:05 | County Hall (SW-bound) |
| 105 | National Express | ~95 min | 2 | 17:50 | 18:35 | County Hall (SW-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Taunton 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 Taunton to Barnstaple?
2 routes run directly from Taunton to Barnstaple: the 502 (National Express), the 105 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Taunton to Barnstaple?
Around 95 minutes on the 502, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Taunton to Barnstaple?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 502) leaves around 14:50 and the last around 21:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Taunton to Barnstaple?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.