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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Barnstaple?

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

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Southampton to Barnstaple?

The distance between Southampton and Barnstaple is 166 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 4h 54m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Southampton to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Southampton to Barnstaple is to train via Westbury which takes 4h 54m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Southampton to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Barnstaple is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Southampton to Barnstaple.

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

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central 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
4h 54m
£74–147
Drive 135 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Barnstaplecar 135 mi
2h 52m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 25m
£48–120
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 58m
£62–143

Southampton to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 165.3 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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