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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Poole is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Poole. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Poole via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Poole?

The distance between Barnstaple and Poole is 133 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Poole without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Barnstaple to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Poole?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Poole is to bus which takes 7h 42m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Poole bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Poole is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Barnstaple to Poole.

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

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

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Axminster
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
5h 50m
Drive 106.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Poole106.1 mi
2h 20m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
7h 42m
£43–103
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Cary
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upwey
4. Take the train from Upwey to Poole
6h 8m
£69–133
Train, bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus StationX53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
5. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
6h 13m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Poole.

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnstaple to Poole via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 6h 8m.

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