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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Barnstaple?

The distance between Loughborough and Barnstaple is 263 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughborough to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Loughborough to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loughborough to Barnstaple train arrive?

Loughborough to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Loughborough to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Barnstaple is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Loughborough to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 20m
£136–208
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 / ...
10h 26m
£43–79
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
9h 32m
£45–109
Drive 214.8 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Barnstaplecar 214.8 mi
3h 48m
£53–76

Loughborough to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 261.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lemyngton Street to Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 32m.

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