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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Llanelli is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Llanelli via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Llanelli?

The distance between Barnstaple and Llanelli is 211 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Barnstaple to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Llanelli bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Llanelli is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Barnstaple to Llanelli.

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

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
5h 36m
£42–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus Uk940 / ...
7h 50m
£28–60
Drive 173.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Llanellicar 173.4 mi
3h 4m
£43–61
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
6h 32m
£55–124
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Sbus X1
8h 59m

Barnstaple to Llanelli by train

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Llanelli via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 7h 50m.

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