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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Barnstaple is to line 1 bus and bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Barnstaple?

The distance between Plymouth and Barnstaple is 91 miles. The road distance is 59.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Plymouth to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Barnstaple bus from?

Plymouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £40 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Plymouth to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Plymouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Plymouth to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Barnstaple is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Plymouth to Barnstaple.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Barnstaple?

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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Plymouth to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 48m
£40–79
Line 1 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 84
3. Take the bus from Library to Sticklepath Terracebus 71 / ...
5h 13m
£9–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3h 50m
£12–38
Drive 59.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Barnstaplecar 59.3 mi
1h 34m
£15–21

Plymouth to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 90.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Station via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 50m.

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