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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Blackwood is to bus and line 151 bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Blackwood is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Blackwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Blackwood. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Blackwood Miners Institute via Bus Station and Market Square 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Blackwood?

The distance between Barnstaple and Blackwood is 155 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Blackwood without a car is to train and line 56 bus which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Barnstaple to Blackwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Blackwood bus from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Blackwood bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Blackwood bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Blackwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Blackwood is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Barnstaple to Blackwood.

Where can I stay near Blackwood?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Blackwood.

Barnstaple to Blackwood - 5 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Blackwood by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 56 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the bus from Queensway Q6 to Blackwood Miners Institutebus 56
4h 28m
£62–128
Bus, line 151 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9bus 151 / ...
6h
£27–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
5h 57m
£29–65
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Blackwoodcar 126.8 mi
2h 17m
£31–45
Train, line 151 bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9bus 151 / ...
5h 23m
£68–130

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Blackwood, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Blackwood Miners Institute via Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 20 in around 5h 57m.

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