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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Birmingham is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Birmingham?

The distance between Barnstaple and Birmingham is 205 miles. The road distance is 177.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Barnstaple to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Birmingham is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Birmingham bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Birmingham is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Barnstaple to Birmingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 12m
£108–163
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
6h 5m
£35–85
Drive 176.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Birminghamcar 176.5 mi
3h 3m
£43–63

Barnstaple to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Birmingham New Street via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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