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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Nottingham via Exeter St Davids and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Nottingham?

The distance between Barnstaple and Nottingham is 260 miles. The road distance is 229.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Nottingham is 230 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Barnstaple to Nottingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Nottingham?

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
5h 40m
£77–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
9h 5m
£39–82
Drive 228.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Nottinghamcar 228.5 mi
3h 50m
£56–81
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Gloucestertrain
4. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottinghamtrain
8h 9m
£65–148

Barnstaple to Nottingham by train

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Nottingham.

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Distance: 258.3 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Nottingham via Exeter St Davids and Derby in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 5m.

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