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

The cheapest way to get from Portishead to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portishead to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portishead and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Portishead to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Combe Road and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Portishead and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Portishead to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Portishead to Barnstaple?

The distance between Portishead and Barnstaple is 125 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portishead to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Portishead to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portishead to Barnstaple bus from?

Portishead to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Combe Road station.

Where do I catch the Portishead to Barnstaple train from?

Portishead to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Portishead to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Portishead to Barnstaple is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Portishead to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Portishead to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Portishead to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portishead to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Portishead to Barnstaple is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Portishead to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 14m
£76–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Combe Road to Bus Stationbus X4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
5h 13m
£22–53
Drive 88.1 mi
1. Drive from Portishead to Barnstaplecar 88.1 mi
1h 35m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Interchangebus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 48m
£45–88

Portishead to Barnstaple by bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a vehicle from Portishead to Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Combe Road to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 5h 13m.

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