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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Plymouth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Plymouth?

The distance between Barnstaple and Plymouth is 91 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Plymouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Plymouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Plymouth is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Barnstaple to Plymouth.

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Plymouth 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 Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 20m
£41–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
4h 21m
£14–43
Drive 59.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Plymouthcar 59.6 mi
1h 36m
£15–21

Barnstaple to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Plymouth via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Station via Bus Station, Sidwell Street, and Bampfylde Street in around 4h 21m.

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