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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Neath is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Neath is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Neath. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alfred Street via Bus Station and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Neath. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Neath via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Neath?

The distance between Barnstaple and Neath is 192 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Neath without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Barnstaple to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Neath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Neath train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Neath?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Neath is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Neath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Neath is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Barnstaple to Neath.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

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Barnstaple to Neath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Neath
4h 45m
£49–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bay CampusUk910 / ...
6h 20m
£29–52
Drive 157.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Neath157.6 mi
2h 50m
£40–57
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neath
5h 30m
£55–109

Barnstaple to Neath by train

116Weekly Trains

4h 45mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.8 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Neath via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Alfred Street via Bus Station and Bay Campus in around 6h 20m.

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