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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Pwllheli is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Pwllheli is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Pwllheli?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Pwllheli. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Pwllheli via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Pwllheli?

The distance between Barnstaple and Pwllheli is 365 miles. The road distance is 260.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Pwllheli without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 10h 56m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 10h 56m to get from Barnstaple to Pwllheli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Pwllheli train from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Pwllheli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Pwllheli?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Pwllheli is 260 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Barnstaple to Pwllheli.

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

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Where can I stay near Pwllheli?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Pwllheli.

Barnstaple to Pwllheli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Pwllheli by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
10h 56m
£141–234
Drive 258.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Pwllhelicar 258.9 mi
5h 27m
£65–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
13h 32m
£68–121
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
11h 42m
£133–242

Barnstaple to Pwllheli by train

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10h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 363.2 mi
Duration: 10h 56m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Pwllheli, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Pwllheli via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Machynlleth in around 10h 56m.

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