What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly is to train and fly which costs £50 - £250 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly is to train and bus and fly which takes 7h 55m and costs £45 - £310.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly?

The distance between Barnstaple and Isles of Scilly is 215 miles.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly?

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isles of Scilly?

There are six+ hotels available in Isles of Scilly.

Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly - 2 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly by train, plane, or bus

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Train, train to Land'S End Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzance
3. Fly from Land'S End Airport (LEQ) to St Mary'S Airport (ISC)LEQ - ISC
8h 2m
£54–242
Train, bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouth
3. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Newquay Bus Station
4. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to St Mary'S Airport (ISC)NQY - ISC
7h 55m
£49–308

Land'S End Airport (LEQ) to St Mary'S Airport (ISC) flights

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly.

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Distance: 214.2 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Isles of Scilly, England?

There is no direct connection from Barnstaple to Isles of Scilly. However, you can take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Penzance, walk to Bus Station, take the line 8 bus to Lands End Airport, walk to Land'S End Airport (LEQ) airport, then fly to St Mary'S Airport (ISC). Alternatively, you can take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Plymouth, walk to Plymouth Coach Station, take the bus to Newquay Bus Station, take the line 56 bus to Newquay Airport, walk to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) airport, then fly to St Mary'S Airport (ISC).

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