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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Kettering is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Kettering is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Interchange via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Kettering?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Kettering via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Kettering?

The distance between Barnstaple and Kettering is 287 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Kettering without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Barnstaple to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Kettering bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Kettering train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Kettering?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Kettering is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Kettering bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Kettering train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Kettering is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Barnstaple to Kettering.

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

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Kettering 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 London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain
5h 8m
£129–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
9h 19m
£44–101
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Ketteringcar 211.8 mi
3h 50m
£52–75
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 Leicestertrain
4. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
6h 17m
£135–200
Train via Bedford
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
7h 29m
£127–262

Barnstaple to Kettering by train and subway

116Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Kettering via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchange via London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 9h 19m.

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