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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Bedford is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bedford via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Bedford?

The distance between Barnstaple and Bedford is 267 miles. The road distance is 211.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bedford without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 6m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Barnstaple to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bedford bus from?

Barnstaple to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bedford train from?

Barnstaple to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Bedford?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bedford is to train via London which takes 5h 6m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bedford bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bedford train arrive?

Barnstaple to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Bedford is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Barnstaple to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Bedford?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
5h 6m
£119–238
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
8h 23m
£47–113
Drive 210 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Bedfordcar 210 mi
3h 57m
£52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain
6h 48m
£113–247

Barnstaple to Bedford by train

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Bedford via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 8h 23m.

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