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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station, Trinity Square, Castle Way and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Dorset to Barnstaple?

The distance between Dorset and Barnstaple is 104 miles. The road distance is 88.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Dorset to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Barnstaple bus from?

Dorset to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Dorset to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Dorset to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Barnstaple train arrive?

Dorset to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Barnstaple is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Dorset to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2363+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 57m
£31–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
4. Take the bus from Castle Way to High Streetbus 22 / ...
5. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 54m
£15–25
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 24m
£54–104
Drive 88.3 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Barnstaplecar 88.3 mi
2h 2m
£22–32

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Distance: 103.9 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Barnstaple via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station, Trinity Square, Waterstones, Castle Way, and High Street in around 6h 54m.

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