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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Bridgend is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bridgend via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Bridgend?

The distance between Barnstaple and Bridgend is 174 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bridgend without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 31m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Barnstaple to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bridgend is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 31m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Bridgend is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Barnstaple to Bridgend.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
4h 31m
£74–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 202 / ...
6h 6m
£30–72
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Bridgendcar 139.5 mi
2h 30m
£34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 14m
£76–151

Barnstaple to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Bridgend via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon via Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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