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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Guildford is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Guildford is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Guildford station via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Guildford via Exeter St Davids and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Guildford?

The distance between Barnstaple and Guildford is 203 miles. The road distance is 169.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Guildford without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Barnstaple to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Guildford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Guildford train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Guildford?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Guildford is to train via Reading which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Guildford bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Guildford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Guildford is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Barnstaple to Guildford.

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Guildfordtrain
4h 16m
£88–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
6h 49m
£41–95
Drive 168.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Guildfordcar 168.7 mi
3h 12m
£42–60
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 Guildfordtrain
7h 23m
£115–267
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Wokingtrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
5h 34m
£74–166
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus
7h 59m
£192–409

Barnstaple to Guildford by train

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Guildford via Exeter St Davids and Reading in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Guildford station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 49m.

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