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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Padstow is to bus which costs £11 - £14 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Padstow is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at New Street via Library, The Strand and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Padstow?

The distance between Barnstaple and Padstow is 139 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Padstow without a car is to train and line 57 bus which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Barnstaple to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Padstow bus from?

Barnstaple to Padstow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Padstow bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Padstow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Church station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Padstow is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Barnstaple to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 3095+ hotels available in Padstow.

Barnstaple to Padstow - 3 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Padstow by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 57 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
5h 14m
£55–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Churchbus 85
2. Take the bus from The Strand to Bus Stationbus 95
6h 15m
£11–14
Drive 67.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Padstowcar 67.8 mi
1h 28m
£17–24

Barnstaple to Padstow by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to New Street via Library, The Strand, and Bus Station in around 6h 15m.

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