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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Promenade via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Cheltenham?

The distance between Barnstaple and Cheltenham is 159 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Cheltenham is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Cheltenham?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£83–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 105
4h 59m
£27–63
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cheltenhamcar 130.9 mi
2h 13m
£32–47

Barnstaple to Cheltenham by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham Spa via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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