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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Paddington to Barnstaple?

The distance between Paddington and Barnstaple is 212 miles. The road distance is 192.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Paddington to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Barnstaple bus from?

Paddington to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Paddington to Barnstaple is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Paddington to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Paddington to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Paddington to Barnstaple train arrive?

Paddington to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Barnstaple is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Paddington to Barnstaple.

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

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Paddington to Barnstaple - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 57m
£95–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
5h 49m
£45–122
Drive 191.3 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Barnstaplecar 191.3 mi
3h 44m
£47–68
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 53m
£189–440
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 17m
£90–207
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 20m
£121–267

Paddington to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 211.3 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from London Paddington to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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