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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead is to bus which costs £45 - £95 and takes 11h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 4h 38m and costs £110 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Newcastle via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Gateshead?

The distance between Barnstaple and Gateshead is 362 miles. The road distance is 375 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs £200 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Gateshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs £200 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 11h 12m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Gateshead is 375 miles. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Barnstaple to Gateshead.

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

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Barnstaple to Gateshead - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Exeter, fly to Newcastle
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
4h 38m
£112–243
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus
11h 12m
£46–92
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 16m
£207–314
Drive 372.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Gatesheadcar 372.8 mi
6h 20m
£93–134
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 35m
£81–201
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
7h 46m
£150–350
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
7h 31m
£124–317
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain
12h 9m
£182–349

Barnstaple to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 359.6 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Newcastle via Exeter St Davids in around 8h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to John Dobson Street via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 11h 12m.

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