72
72 Bus Times – Barnstaple ↔ Shebbear
MON-FRI · 3 services09:00 — 17:10
The 72 bus runs between Barnstaple and Shebbear, operated by Stagecoach. This route has 30 stops.
Number 72 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Accessibility: Stagecoach provides Journey Assistance Cards for passengers with limited vision or hearing, communication difficulties, special educational needs, non-native English speakers, or those needing extra time to find a seat. Cards work any time, seven days a week, on all bus services.
Fares & Tickets
Contactless
Ticket Types
Day RiderStudent TicketsFlexible Tickets
£3 capped fare scheme
Passes through:
BarnstapleSticklepathRoundswellEastacombeSt Johns ChapelStonylandLower LovacottNewton TraceyAlverdiscottMoortownGreat TorringtonLangtreeStibb CrossCauteLakeShebbear
Where does the 72 bus stop?
The 72 serves 30 stops passing through Barnstaple, Sticklepath, Roundswell, Eastacombe, St Johns Chapel, Stonyland, Lower Lovacott, Newton Tracey, Alverdiscott, Moortown, Great Torrington, Langtree, Stibb Cross, Caute, Lake and Shebbear. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 72 run on weekends?
Yes, the 72 runs on Saturdays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 72?
Concessionary bus pass holders travel free. Job seekers receive half price single and return tickets.
Does the 72 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 72. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Stagecoach to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.stagecoachbus.com for operator information · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: SCEM, SCSO, SCCU, SCOX, SCMY, SDVN, SCCM, SCFI, SCHI, SCNH, SCEK, SSWL, SCGL, STWS, SCNE, SYRK, SBLB, ELBG
Valid from 31 May 2026 to 29 Aug 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: Today
This route serves 30 bus stops across 16 areas.