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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cirencester is to bus via Wotton-under-Edge which costs £23 - £35 and takes 8h 30m.

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 21m 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, Arle Court Transport Hub and Rotunda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

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 24m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m 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 which takes 7h 18m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 5h 45m.

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 21m to drive from Barnstaple to Cirencester.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

There are 1900+ 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

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Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
4. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Old Station Car Parkbus 51X / ...
5h 24m
£88–190
Bus via Wotton-under-Edge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Railway Tavern to Old Station Car Parkbus C60
8h 30m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
7h 18m
£27–40
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cirencestercar 129.9 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain
5h 45m
£94–212

Barnstaple to Cirencester by train and bus

86Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Rotunda in around 7h 18m. 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 45m.

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