What is the cheapest way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wimborne Minster and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Wimborne Minster and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

The distance between Wimborne Minster and Barnstaple is 204 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Southampton which takes 7h 9m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple bus from?

Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple train from?

Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple is to train via Southampton which takes 7h 9m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple train arrive?

Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train via Southampton
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 9m
£77–155
Drive 105.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wimborne Minster to Barnstaplecar 105.2 mi
2h 20m
£27–38
Line 4 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
6. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 53m
£44–84
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 47m
£64–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 1m
£44–77

Wimborne Minster to Barnstaple by bus

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from The Coach and Horses to Barnstaple via Bournemouth Station, Bournemouth, Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 1m.

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