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

The cheapest way to get from Marlborough to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marlborough to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Marlborough and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Marlborough to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Marlborough to Barnstaple?

The distance between Marlborough and Barnstaple is 168 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Marlborough to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Marlborough to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marlborough to Barnstaple train from?

Marlborough to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Marlborough to Barnstaple train arrive?

Marlborough to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Marlborough to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Marlborough to Barnstaple is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Marlborough to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 42m
£66–134
Drive 125 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Marlborough to Barnstaplecar 125 mi
2h 48m
£31–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
6h 9m
£36–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Street to Blue Boar Rowbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 30m

Marlborough to Barnstaple by bus and train

116Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Marlborough, Wiltshire, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from Lloyds Bank to Barnstaple via Fleming Way, Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 42m.

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