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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Southampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Southampton Central via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Southampton?

The distance between Barnstaple and Southampton is 152 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Barnstaple to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Southampton?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Southampton bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Southampton is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Barnstaple to Southampton.

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

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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 Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 23m
£63–141
Drive 134.1 mi
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1. Drive from Barnstaple to Southamptoncar 134.1 mi
2h 52m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
7h 27m
£49–117
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 43m
£70–153

Barnstaple to Southampton by train

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Southampton Central via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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