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 £40 - £95 and takes 10h 34m.

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 41m and costs £110 - £210.

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 Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

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 423 miles. The road distance is 375.3 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 £100 - £650.

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m 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 £100 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 34m.

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 15m to drive from Barnstaple to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Barnstaple to Gateshead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Barnstaple to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 NewcastlePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 16m
£109–609
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Street
10h 34m
£41–95
Drive 373.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Gateshead373.2 mi
6h 15m
£94–135
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
5h 28m
£61–162
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastle
13h 4m
£129–289
Train to Exeter, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
4h 41m
£110–209
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
7h 19m
£75–258
Train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to York
4. Take the train from York to Newcastle
7h 18m
£109–415
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Central
4. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
7h 45m
£146–357

Barnstaple to Gateshead by train

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8h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 420.7 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

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 Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 34m.

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