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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Cwmbran?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Cwmbran station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E via Bristol Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Cwmbran?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Cwmbran. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cwmbran via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Cwmbran?

The distance between Barnstaple and Cwmbran is 148 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cwmbran bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cwmbran train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Cwmbran?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newport Train Station, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cwmbran bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Cwmbran train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Cwmbran?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Cwmbran is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Barnstaple to Cwmbran.

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

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Where can I stay near Cwmbran?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Cwmbran by train, bus, or car

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Train
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
3h 48m
£56–113
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
5h 16m
£22–37
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cwmbrancar 115.9 mi
2h 1m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
5h 34m
£24–40

Barnstaple to Cwmbran by train

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cwmbran via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E via Bristol Bus Station, Newport Train Station, and Market Square 16 in around 5h 16m.

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