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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Bus Station via Cross Cheaping and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Rugby to Barnstaple?

The distance between Rugby and Barnstaple is 235 miles. The road distance is 187.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Rugby to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rugby to Barnstaple train from?

Rugby to Barnstaple train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Rugby to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Rugby to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Barnstaple train arrive?

Rugby to Barnstaple train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Barnstaple is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Rugby to Barnstaple.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Rugby to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 52m
£95–162
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 1m
£35–57
Drive 186.4 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Barnstaplecar 186.4 mi
3h 24m
£46–67

Rugby to Barnstaple by train

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5h 52mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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