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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Derby is to bus and train which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Derby. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Derby via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Derby?

The distance between Barnstaple and Derby is 244 miles. The road distance is 216.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £160 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Barnstaple to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Derby?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Derby is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £160 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Derby is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Barnstaple to Derby.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to DerbyPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
4h 57m
£169–184
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
6h 51m
£36–74
Drive 215.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Derby215.4 mi
3h 43m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
8h 25m
£38–78

Barnstaple to Derby by train

117Weekly Trains

4h 57mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Derby.

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Distance: 242.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Derby via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 25m.

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