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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple is to line 2 bus and bus which costs £9 - £22 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dawlish and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Dawlish to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Lanherne and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dawlish and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Dawlish and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Barnstaple?

The distance between Dawlish and Barnstaple is 51 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Barnstaple bus from?

Dawlish to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Lanherne station.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Barnstaple train from?

Dawlish to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dawlish station.

Train or bus from Dawlish to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus and bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Dawlish to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Dawlish to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dawlish to Barnstaple train arrive?

Dawlish to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Dawlish to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Barnstaple is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Dawlish to Barnstaple.

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

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Dawlish to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dawlish to Barnstaple by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 16m
£22–45
Line 2 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lanherne to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3h 45m
£10–21
Drive 52.7 mi
1. Drive from Dawlish to Barnstaplecar 52.7 mi
1h 22m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dawlish to Barnstapletaxi 52.7 mi
1h 22m
£110–140

Dawlish to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Dawlish to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lanherne to Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 45m.

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