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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to bus and train which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Leicester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Leicester and Barnstaple is 244 miles. The road distance is 204.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Leicester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Barnstaple bus from?

Leicester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Barnstaple train from?

Leicester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Leicester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Leicester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Barnstaple is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Leicester to Barnstaple.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester 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
6h 11m
£129–195
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Crediton to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 30m
£40–71
Drive 203.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Barnstaplecar 203.3 mi
3h 39m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
8h 35m
£44–105

Leicester to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 242.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 35m.

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