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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Barnstaple via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Bedford to Barnstaple?

The distance between Bedford and Barnstaple is 267 miles. The road distance is 211.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Bedford to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Barnstaple bus from?

Bedford to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Barnstaple train from?

Bedford to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Bedford to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Bedford to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Barnstaple train arrive?

Bedford to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Barnstaple is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Bedford to Barnstaple.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Barnstaple?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 48m
£120–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 15m
£49–126
Drive 210.3 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Barnstaplecar 210.3 mi
3h 57m
£52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 33m
£113–249

Bedford to Barnstaple by train

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Barnstaple via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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