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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Watchet is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Watchet is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Watchet?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Watchet. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Brendon Road via Castle Way and Lethbridge Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Watchet?

The distance between Barnstaple and Watchet is 88 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Watchet without a car is to train and line 28 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Barnstaple to Watchet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Watchet bus from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Watchet bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Watchet bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Watchet?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Watchet is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Barnstaple to Watchet.

Where can I stay near Watchet?

There are 797+ hotels available in Watchet.

Barnstaple to Watchet - 5 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Watchet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to Brendon Roadbus 28A / ...
3h 18m
£32–59
Drive 38 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Watchetcar 38 mi
1h 9m
£10–14
Bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to Brendon Roadbus 28A / ...
3h 30m
£12–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnstaple to Watchettaxi 38 mi
1h 9m
£160–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop H to Brendon Roadbus 23B
4h 10m

Barnstaple to Watchet by train, bus, and foot

116Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Brendon Road via County Hall, Castle Way, and Lethbridge Arms in around 3h 30m.

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