What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Bus Station via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Barnstaple via Harrow & Wealdstone station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Barnstaple is 236 miles. The road distance is 200.8 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £95 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple?

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Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 27m
£96–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 7m
£31–57
Drive 199.6 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaplecar 199.6 mi
3h 40m
£50–72
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 13m
£81–152
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train via Basingstoke
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 6m
£76–149

Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple by bus

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Distance: 234.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Barnstaple via Harrow & Wealdstone, Harrow & Wealdstone station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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