What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Barnstaple and Greater Manchester is 289 miles. The road distance is 255.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 41m and costs £140 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 41m and costs £140 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Greater Manchester is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester.

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Barnstaple to Greater Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Barnstaple to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 41m
£140–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchesterbus Uk071
7h 55m
£37–78
Drive 254.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Greater Manchestercar 254.1 mi
4h 16m
£62–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4h 55m
£100–196
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 21m
£150–225
Train #2
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
9h 24m
£135–255

Barnstaple to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Maine Road via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Manchester via Bristol Bus Station in around 7h 55m.

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