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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Penzance is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Penzance?

The distance between Barnstaple and Penzance is 170 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Barnstaple to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Penzance?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Penzance is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Penzance is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Barnstaple to Penzance.

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

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

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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 Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 51m
£73–153
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
6h 43m
£23–78
Drive 106.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Penzancecar 106.9 mi
2h 8m
£26–38

Barnstaple to Penzance by train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Penzance via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station, Sidwell Street, and Bampfylde Street in around 6h 43m.

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