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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Kettering is to bus and train which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 43m.

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 48m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Kettering station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

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 7m.

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 7m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m 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 7m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 23m.

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 48m 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 Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Kettering
5h 7m
£89–182
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northampton
8h 43m
£38–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900 / ...
8h 23m
£53–128
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Kettering211.8 mi
3h 48m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester
4. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
6h 9m
£60–195

Barnstaple to Kettering by train and subway

117Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.7 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 8h 23m.

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