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

The cheapest way to get from Padstow to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padstow to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Padstow and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Padstow to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Bodmin Parkway and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Padstow to Barnstaple?

The distance between Padstow and Barnstaple is 137 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Padstow to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Padstow to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padstow to Barnstaple train from?

Padstow to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bodmin Parkway station.

Where does the Padstow to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padstow to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Padstow to Barnstaple is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Padstow to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2400+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Padstow to Barnstaple - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Padstow to Barnstaple by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 55m
£94–155
Drive 67.8 mi
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1. Drive from Padstow to Barnstaplecar 67.8 mi
1h 28m
£17–24

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a vehicle from Padstow to Barnstaple via Bodmin Parkway and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 55m.

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