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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Bristol is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Bristol is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Bristol?

The distance between Barnstaple and Bristol is 115 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Barnstaple to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Bristol?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Bristol is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Barnstaple to Bristol.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Bristol 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 Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 22m
£48–98
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3h 25m
£18–45
Drive 91.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Bristolcar 91.5 mi
1h 49m
£23–33

Barnstaple to Bristol by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Bristol Temple Meads via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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