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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Newbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Newbury is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Newbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Newbury. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Park Way via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Newbury?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Newbury. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Newbury via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Newbury?

The distance between Barnstaple and Newbury is 160 miles. The road distance is 140.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Newbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Barnstaple to Newbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Newbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Newbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Newbury?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Newbury is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Newbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Newbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Newbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Newbury is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Barnstaple to Newbury.

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

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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 Newburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
3h 49m
£68–143
Drive 139.4 mi
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1. Drive from Barnstaple to Newburycar 139.4 mi
2h 47m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 45m
£66–124
Train via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 29m
£70–157

Barnstaple to Newbury by train

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Newbury, West Berkshire, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Newbury via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Park Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Blagrave Street in around 7h 45m.

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