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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Cirencester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Cirencester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bowling Green Lane via Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Cirencester?

The distance between Barnstaple and Cirencester is 176 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester without a car is to train and line 51 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cirencester bus from?

Barnstaple to Cirencester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Cirencester?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester is to bus via Royal Well Bus Station which takes 7h 34m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cirencester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Cirencester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Cirencester is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Barnstaple to Cirencester.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

There are 1796+ hotels available in Cirencester.

Barnstaple to Cirencester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindon
4. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Old Station Car Park51X / ...
5h 29m
£45–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from High Street to Old Station Car ParkC60
9h 11m
£25–39
Bus via Royal Well Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station100 / ...
7h 34m
£40–61
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cirencester129.9 mi
2h 20m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindon
5h 44m
£50–119

Barnstaple to Cirencester by train and bus

69Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bowling Green Lane via Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Promenade in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnstaple to Old Station Car Park via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, Swindon, Kemble, and Kemble station in around 5h 44m.

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