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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Colchester is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Colchester via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Colchester?

The distance between Barnstaple and Colchester is 269 miles. The road distance is 250.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Barnstaple to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Colchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Colchester?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Colchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Colchester train arrive?

Barnstaple to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Colchester is 250 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Barnstaple to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Colchester?

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Barnstaple to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
4h 56m
£89–157
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 25m
£47–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
9h 4m
£65–120
Drive 248.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Colchester248.9 mi
5h 3m
£61–88

Barnstaple to Colchester by train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Colchester.

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Distance: 267.2 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Colchester via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 9h 4m.

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