What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Totnes via London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Salcombe?

The distance between Harpenden and Salcombe is 251 miles. The road distance is 228.2 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Salcombe without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 6h 11m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Salcombe?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Harpenden to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Salcombe bus from?

Harpenden to Salcombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Salcombe train from?

Harpenden to Salcombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Salcombe?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Salcombe is to bus which takes 9h 24m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £180 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Harpenden to Salcombe bus arrive?

Harpenden to Salcombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Harpenden to Salcombe train arrive?

Harpenden to Salcombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Salcombe is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Harpenden to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1519+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Harpenden to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Salcombe by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
6h 11m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 501
9h 24m
£36–65
Drive 226.9 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Salcombecar 226.9 mi
4h 2m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
8h 2m
£90–172

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Distance: 249.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Salcombe, England?

You can take a train from Harpenden to Shadycombe Road via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 9h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Shadycombe Road via Farringdon, Farringdon Station, Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road, London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Totnes, and Station Road in around 8h 2m.

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