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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Barnstaple?

The distance between Lincoln and Barnstaple is 296 miles. The road distance is 258.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Lincoln to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Barnstaple bus from?

Lincoln to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Barnstaple train from?

Lincoln to Barnstaple train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Barnstaple is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £150 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Lincoln to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lincoln to Barnstaple train arrive?

Lincoln to Barnstaple train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Barnstaple is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Lincoln to Barnstaple.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 30m
£152–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h 10m
£53–127
Drive 256.7 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Barnstaplecar 256.7 mi
4h 33m
£63–91
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 34m
£132–266
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Exeterbus
3. Take the train from Exeter Central to Barnstapletrain
11h 15m
£62–113

Lincoln to Barnstaple by train

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.8 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 10m.

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