What is the cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 5h 31m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Clacton-on-Sea and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Pier Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Clacton-on-Sea and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Clacton-on-Sea and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Barnstaple is 287 miles. The road distance is 266.7 miles.

How do I travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £120 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple bus from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple train from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Clacton-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple train arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple is 267 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple?

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Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea 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
6h 18m
£123–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 39m
£44–79
Drive 265.1 mi
1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaplecar 265.1 mi
5h 31m
£66–96
Train via London
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea 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 51m
£112–223

Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 285 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pier Avenue to Bus Station via Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 39m.

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