What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £8 - £17 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Newton Abbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Newton Abbot. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Linden Terrace via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Newton Abbot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Newton Abbot. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

The distance between Barnstaple and Newton Abbot is 59 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot without a car is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 31m and costs £24 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Newton Abbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Newton Abbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot is to train via Exeter St Davids which takes 1h 31m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Newton Abbot bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Newton Abbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Newton Abbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Newton Abbot is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot?

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Barnstaple to Newton Abbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 7 bus

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Train via Exeter St Davids
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 31m
£25–45
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Linden Terracebus 7
3h 21m
£9–16
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Newton Abbotcar 50.2 mi
1h 17m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Newton Abbottrain Barnstaple - Paignton
2h 3m
£25–45

Barnstaple to Newton Abbot by train

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Newton Abbot, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Newton Abbot via Exeter St Davids in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Linden Terrace via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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