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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Barnstaple?

The distance between Portsmouth and Barnstaple is 191 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Portsmouth to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Barnstaple bus from?

Portsmouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Barnstaple train arrive?

Portsmouth to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Barnstaple is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Portsmouth to Barnstaple.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 38m
£85–168
Drive 154 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Barnstaplecar 154 mi
3h 8m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 25m
£48–120
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 41m
£74–162

Portsmouth to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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