What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £45 - £75 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Southend Victoria via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Barnstaple and Southend-on-Sea is 259 miles. The road distance is 234.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea?

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Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
5h 17m
£109–200
Bus
cheapest
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 727 / ...
9h 46m
£46–72
Drive 233.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Southend-on-Seacar 233.2 mi
4h 53m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane BRS - SEN
8h 2m
£89–324
Train via London
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
6h 40m
£92–182

Barnstaple to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 257.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Southend Victoria via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 46m.

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