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 21m.

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 21m and costs £26 - £40.

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 4m.

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 36m and costs .

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

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

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.

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 21m to drive from Barnstaple to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Poole.

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

There are 4 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 Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
5h 36m
Drive 106.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Poolecar 106.1 mi
2h 21m
£26–38
Train, bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
5. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
5h 59m
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
4. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
6h 4m
£68–136

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Poole.

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Poole via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 6h 4m.

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