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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Longfield via Exeter St Davids, Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Stansted?

The distance between Barnstaple and Stansted is 247 miles. The road distance is 220.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £130 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Barnstaple to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Stansted is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Barnstaple to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16497+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Stansted 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 London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
5h 21m
£131–224
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
8h 58m
£47–81
Drive 219.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Stanstedcar 219.3 mi
3h 55m
£54–79
Train via Gravesend
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
8h 39m
£87–180

Barnstaple to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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8h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Stansted via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Longfield in around 5h 21m.

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