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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Combend Farm via Golden Valley Hotel and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Cotswolds?

The distance between Barnstaple and Cotswolds is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cotswolds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cotswolds train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Cotswolds?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cotswolds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Cotswolds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Cotswolds?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Cotswolds is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Barnstaple to Cotswolds.

Where can I stay near Cotswolds?

There are 1589+ hotels available in Cotswolds.

Barnstaple to Cotswolds - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Cotswolds 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 46m
£118–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 105
7h 8m
£29–68
Drive 133.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cotswoldscar 133.6 mi
2h 19m
£33–47
Train via Bristol
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 Gloucestertrain
5h 27m
£67–137

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cotswolds via Exeter St Davids and Cheltenham Spa in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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