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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick is to bus via Bristol which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Exeter St Davids and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Gatwick?

The distance between Barnstaple and Gatwick is 229 miles. The road distance is 194.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Gatwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Gatwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Gatwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Gatwick is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Barnstaple to Gatwick.

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

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Barnstaple to Gatwick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barnstaple to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
5h 7m
£70–189
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk940
7h 34m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
6h 41m
£42–74
Drive 193 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Gatwickcar 193 mi
3h 53m
£48–69
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
5h 39m
£103–267
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus
7h 36m
£148–403

Barnstaple to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 227.4 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Gatwick Airport via Exeter St Davids and Reading in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 41m.

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