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

The cheapest way to get from Cotswolds to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotswolds to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cotswolds and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotswolds to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Combend Farm and arriving at Bus Station via Transport Hub and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cotswolds and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Cotswolds to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Cotswolds to Barnstaple?

The distance between Cotswolds and Barnstaple is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Cotswolds to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Cotswolds to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Barnstaple is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Cotswolds to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cotswolds to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotswolds to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotswolds to Barnstaple is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Cotswolds to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2400+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Cotswolds to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cotswolds 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 / ...
4h 8m
£122–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 105
6h 59m
£29–71
Drive 134.1 mi
1. Drive from Cotswolds to Barnstaplecar 134.1 mi
2h 21m
£33–48
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 25m
£67–138

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Barnstaple via Cheltenham Spa and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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