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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Shelthorpe Road via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Exeter St Davids and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Loughborough?

The distance between Barnstaple and Loughborough is 261 miles. The road distance is 215.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough is to train which takes 6h and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Loughborough bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Loughborough is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Barnstaple to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1863+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Loughborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h
£114–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
8h 50m
£38–63
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Loughboroughcar 214.6 mi
3h 47m
£54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane EXT - EMA
7h 17m
£101–176
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Exeter to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
9h 38m
£43–71

Barnstaple to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 259.3 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Loughborough (Leics) via Exeter St Davids and Derby in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Shelthorpe Road via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 8h 50m.

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