What is the cheapest way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple is to line 38 bus and bus which costs £8 - £16 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ashburton and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashburton to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bull Ring and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ashburton and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Ashburton to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

The distance between Ashburton and Barnstaple is 68 miles. The road distance is 52.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashburton to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashburton to Barnstaple bus from?

Ashburton to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bull Ring station.

Where do I catch the Ashburton to Barnstaple train from?

Ashburton to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Ashburton to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Ashburton to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ashburton to Barnstaple train arrive?

Ashburton to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.

Can I drive from Ashburton to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashburton to Barnstaple is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ashburton to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Ashburton to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ashburton to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 48m
£28–51
Line 38 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bull Ring to Bus Stationbus 38
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3h 29m
£9–16
Drive 51.9 mi
1. Drive from Ashburton to Barnstaplecar 51.9 mi
1h 12m
£13–19

Ashburton to Barnstaple by bus and train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.3 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Ashburton, Devon, England and Barnstaple, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple hourly. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bull Ring to Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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