What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham Spa and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Shell Garage and arriving at Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham Spa and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

The distance between Cheltenham Spa and Barnstaple is 159 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple bus from?

Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple train from?

Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple train arrive?

Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple?

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 48m
£83–126
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 105
5h 48m
£29–68
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaplecar 129.9 mi
2h 12m
£32–46

Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Cheltenham Spa, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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