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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Dover is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Dover is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Dover. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Dover Priory via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Dover?

The distance between Barnstaple and Dover is 293 miles. The road distance is 265.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 47m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Barnstaple to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Dover?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Dover is to train via London which takes 5h 47m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Dover bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Barnstaple to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Dover is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Barnstaple to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
5h 47m
£129–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
10h 9m
£41–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
9h 4m
£69–119
Drive 264.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Dovercar 264.2 mi
4h 38m
£66–95
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
8h 12m
£276–650
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain
8h 3m
£112–239
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
8h 53m
£161–329

Barnstaple to Dover by train and subway

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Dover Priory via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 10h 9m.

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