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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Launceston is to bus and line 85 bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Launceston is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newport Industrial Estate Entrance via Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Launceston?

The distance between Barnstaple and Launceston is 42 miles. The road distance is 41.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Launceston without a car is to bus and line 85 bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £5 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Barnstaple to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Launceston bus from?

Barnstaple to Launceston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Launceston bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Launceston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Church station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Launceston is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Barnstaple to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 378+ hotels available in Launceston.

Barnstaple to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 85 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Launceston by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 85 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Churchbus 85
2. Take the bus from Church to Newport Industrial Estate Entrancebus 85 / ...
2h 33m
£5–8
Train, line 306 bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Creditontrain
2. Take the train from Crediton to Okehamptontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kensey Valley Meadowbus 306
3h 40m
£22–33
Drive 41.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Launcestoncar 41.2 mi
1h 1m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnstaple to Launcestontaxi 41.2 mi
1h 1m
£85–110

Barnstaple to Launceston by bus

50Weekly Buses

2h 33mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Newport Industrial Estate Entrance via Church in around 2h 33m.

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