What is the cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple is to line 7 bus and bus which costs £9 - £22 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Newton Abbot and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Sherborne Road and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Newton Abbot and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

The distance between Newton Abbot and Barnstaple is 59 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

How do I travel from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newton Abbot to Barnstaple bus from?

Newton Abbot to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Sherborne Road station.

Where do I catch the Newton Abbot to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Newton Abbot to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Newton Abbot to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Newton Abbot to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Newton Abbot to Barnstaple is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple?

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Newton Abbot to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Exeter St Davidstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 8m
£26–52
Line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Stationbus 7
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3h 35m
£10–21
Drive 49.8 mi
1. Drive from Newton Abbot to Barnstaplecar 49.8 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newton Abbot to Barnstapletaxi 49.8 mi
1h 11m
£100–130

Newton Abbot to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Newton Abbot, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Newton Abbot to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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