What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Barnstaple via Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Barnstaple is 288 miles. The road distance is 256 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 17m and costs £130 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Barnstaple bus from?

Greater Manchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Barnstaple train from?

Greater Manchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 17m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Barnstaple train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Barnstaple is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple.

How do I get a bus ticket from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple?

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Greater Manchester to Barnstaple - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Barnstaple by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 17m
£139–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
7h 50m
£38–77
Drive 254.5 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Barnstaplecar 254.5 mi
4h 16m
£62–90
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 24m
£99–198
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 29m
£149–227
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 57m
£134–257

Greater Manchester to Barnstaple by bus and train

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7h 17mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.6 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Barnstaple via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 7h 50m.

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