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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Dawlish is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £10 - £23 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Dawlish is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Dawlish?

The distance between Barnstaple and Dawlish is 51 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Dawlish without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Barnstaple to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Dawlish is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £10 - £23 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Dawlish bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Dawlish is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Barnstaple to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Barnstaple to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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Train via Exeter St Davids
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain Exeter St Davids - Plymouth / ...
1h 45m
£22–42
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lanhernebus 2
2h 52m
£10–22
Drive 52.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Dawlishcar 52.7 mi
1h 22m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Dawlishtrain Barnstaple - Paignton
1h 50m
£22–45

Barnstaple to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Dawlish via Exeter St Davids in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lanherne via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 2h 52m.

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