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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queensgate Bus Park via Bus Station and Knebworth Park Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Peterborough via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Peterborough?

The distance between Barnstaple and Peterborough is 292 miles. The road distance is 238.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 56m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Peterborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Peterborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Peterborough?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 4h 56m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Peterborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Peterborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Peterborough is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Barnstaple to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 453+ hotels available in Peterborough.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Peterborough 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 King's Cross to Peterborough
4h 56m
£85–178
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Peterborough
7h 21m
£51–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Knebworth Park EstateK10
3. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Queensgate Bus ParkK04
10h 20m
£63–93
Drive 237.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Peterborough237.1 mi
4h 26m
£58–84
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 Peterborough
6h 34m
£61–210

Barnstaple to Peterborough by train and subway

117Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.1 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Peterborough via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queensgate Bus Park via Bus Station and Knebworth Park Estate in around 10h 20m.

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