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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Grantham is to bus via Nottingham which costs £40 - £90 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Grantham is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Grantham via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Grantham?

The distance between Barnstaple and Grantham is 321 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Grantham without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Barnstaple to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Grantham train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Grantham?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Grantham is to train via London which takes 5h 20m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Nottingham, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Grantham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Grantham is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Barnstaple to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

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Barnstaple to Grantham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Grantham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
5h 20m
£124–245
Bus via Nottingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
10h 11m
£43–86
Drive 236.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Granthamcar 236.6 mi
4h 20m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
6h 50m
£136–214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lost Village Festival Sitebus Lv8
10h 59m
£53–129

Barnstaple to Grantham by train and subway

116Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.1 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Grantham via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Grantham via Bristol Bus Station, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Nottingham in around 10h 11m.

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