Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Barnstaple for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Barnstaple, collect from Exeter or Bridgend on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Barnstaple coach hire at a glance
| Area | Barnstaple, South West (all South West locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | Exeter Airport (about 37 miles), Bristol Airport (about 62 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Exeter (34 miles), Bridgend (36 miles), Port Talbot (37 miles), Swansea (38 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | Queen's Theatre Barnstaple and North Devon trips |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Barnstaple
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Barnstaple include coastal events and seafront trips, harbour or ferry group travel, coastal days out, and festival travel.
Coach hire in Barnstaple is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Barnstaple.
Minibus hire in Barnstaple
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Barnstaple covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Barnstaple, Exeter and Bridgend.
Airport transfers from Barnstaple
The nearest airports to Barnstaple are Exeter Airport, about 37 miles away, and Bristol Airport, about 62 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Barnstaple can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Barnstaple
Local favourites include Queen's Theatre Barnstaple and North Devon trips. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Barnstaple
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Barnstaple. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Barnstaple. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Barnstaple. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Barnstaple
How to book coach hire in Barnstaple
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Barnstaple: questions
How much does coach hire in Barnstaple cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Barnstaple cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Barnstaple?
Exeter Airport is the nearest, about 37 miles from Barnstaple in a straight line. Bristol Airport is about 62 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Exeter and Bridgend?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Exeter, Bridgend, Port Talbot and Swansea.
Is minibus hire available in Barnstaple?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Barnstaple for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Barnstaple?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Barnstaple and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside South West?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Barnstaple and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.