Barnes Coaches
Established in 1920
Average rating:
(4.92 out of 5 from 2476 reviews)
Company Vehicles
8 seat Luxury MPV
19 seat Luxury Mini Coach
30 seat Executive Coach
41 seat Executive Coach
41 seat Executive Coach
49 seat Executive Coach
61 seat Executive Coach
72 seat Standard Coach
96 seat Executive Double Decker
96 seat Standard Double Decker
100 seat Standard School Bus
About
Barnes Coaches are one of the leading coach companies in the area, hopefully you may well have heard of us and seen our distinctive green coaches out on the road. For those of you who already use our services, thank you for your continued custom, for those of you who haven’t used us before, why not give us a go and see what you are missing out on.
We have a range of coaches from 8 seat mini-buses to 96 seat double deck coaches.
We always offer an exceptional service and can offer you some amazing deals on coach hire! The safety of our passengers has always been of paramount importance and we have been vindicated in the pursuit of this goal as we were amongst one of only 11 founder members nationwide of the DVSA’s EARNED RECOGNITION scheme for coach operators.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Luke Barnes
Director
Operator Licence
Barnes Coaches currently holds a International licence.
Location
Customer Reviews
Showing reviews 11 to 20 of 2476
Customer, Swindon
4 months ago
"Today was a lovely day , very nice driver. Who I think was Kevin. Took us too Hampton Court Palace. Very safe driver. And friendly. Coach was clean , very comfortable . Two more trips books. Hoping I can Give a good review again"
Would they recommend: Yes
Customer, near Swindon
4 months ago
"Our trip to Scotland was fantastic. It was our first time on a Barnes trip and we were not disappointed. the driver was Patrice. What a delightful man. So helpful With him we felt safe. The coach was clean a as coaches go comfortable"
Would they recommend: Yes
Customer, Swindon
4 months ago
"Brilliant trip to Exmouth yesterday. Felt completely safe and looked after by driver Mark, would definitely do this trip again with its stunning river cruise. Seats on the new coach were not as comfy as previous trips, too narrow and not as cushioned on the back, but as ever a wonderful day with Barnes. Thank you."
Would they recommend: Yes
Customer, Chippenham
4 months ago
"Trip to river trip to Exmouth yesterday 12/08/25 driver Mark very helpful and arrived to meet the boat and prompt at departure time. The coach was smart and new but seats not as wide or comfy as the Mercedes ones wouldn’t want to sit for longer than a couple of hours. We were met at Leigh Delamare services by a lady driver the seats in the coach were wider and more comfortable. Had many day trips with Barnes enjoyed every one of them"
Would they recommend: Yes
Louise Burt, Reading
4 months ago
"Excellent service great drivers lovely week holiday and we enjoyed ourselves in Cornwall . Great picks up with both drivers coming home and going to the coach . Amazing day trips as well we ❤️ barnes coaches xx"
Would they recommend: Yes
Rachel Staines, Swindon
4 months ago
"The driver was rude, and made me feel like a burden. The driver parked over half an hour away from the theatre venue. When we booked the trip, we checked where drop off was, and was told it would be right outside of the theatre. My mum has a walking disability and could not walk the distance and nearly collapsed trying. When we spoke to the driver they made an excuse of not being allowed to park near the venue ( there were other coaches parked outside). We have contacted barnes coaches about this, but they have never responded. I would not use the company again."
Would they recommend: No
Operator replied on 6th August 2025, 3:42pm:
"Hi, we believe you travelled in March, in which case, we have no knowledge of any complaint ever being made. If it was this booking, please get back in touch asking to speak to Luke Barnes and we will try and resolve this for you. If it was for another booking please can you confirm when this was. Thanks"
Customer, Wiltshire
4 months ago
"Very good day. Driver was great and vehicle clean and comfortable"
Would they recommend: Yes
Customer, Monmouthshire
4 months ago
"Great journey to Portugal, the coach was clean, comfortable and cleverly adapted for our team of dogs. Our driver Jason was fANTastic, always cheerful, adaptable and his reverse parking was phenomenal."
Would they recommend: Yes
liv, swindon
4 months ago
"awful customer service was disgraceful"
Would they recommend: No
Operator replied on 22nd July 2025, 6:01pm:
"Hi, I believe we have looked into your request and a member of our team has spoken to you. Thanks"
Customer, Malmesbury
5 months ago
"Fantastic company, from booking, enquiries and driving! The coaches are of a very high standard, we will definitely use Barnes again!"
Would they recommend: No
