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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Wales is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Wales. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cardiff Central via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Wales?

The distance between Barnstaple and Wales is 153 miles. The road distance is 124.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Wales without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Barnstaple to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Wales?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Wales is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Wales is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Barnstaple to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3h 23m
£63–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 27m
£22–52
Drive 124 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cardiffcar 124 mi
2h 16m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£68–133

Barnstaple to Wales by train

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cardiff Central via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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