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

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Rue De Jeunes and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Braintree and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Braintree to Barnstaple?

The distance between Braintree and Barnstaple is 262 miles. The road distance is 247.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £110 - £230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Braintree to Barnstaple bus from?

Braintree to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Barnstaple train from?

Braintree to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Braintree to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Braintree to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Braintree to Barnstaple train arrive?

Braintree to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Braintree to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Barnstaple is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Braintree to Barnstaple.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 48m
£117–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 24m
£48–124
Drive 246.5 mi
1. Drive from Braintree to Barnstaplecar 246.5 mi
4h 39m
£60–87
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 41m
£97–256
Train via London
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 15m
£107–251

Braintree to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Braintree to Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rue De Jeunes to Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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