What is the cheapest way to get from New Forest to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from New Forest to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Forest to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from New Forest to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between New Forest and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from New Forest 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 50m.

How far is it from New Forest to Barnstaple?

The distance between New Forest and Barnstaple is 169 miles. The road distance is 127.3 miles.

How do I travel from New Forest to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from New Forest to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 50m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from New Forest to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from New Forest to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Barnstaple train from?

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

Where does the New Forest to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Forest to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between New Forest to Barnstaple is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from New Forest to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

New Forest to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from New Forest to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
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 50m
£66–134
Drive 126.6 mi
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1. Drive from New Forest to Barnstaplecar 126.6 mi
2h 52m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 14m
£37–76
Train
1. Take the train from Bedwyn to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 13m
£65–123
Train #2
1. Take the train from Andover to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 2m
£60–138

New Forest to Barnstaple by bus and train

116Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.8 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from St Thomas Mores Church to Barnstaple via Fleming Way, Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 50m.

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