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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh is to bus which costs £45 - £75 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Rayleigh via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Rayleigh?

The distance between Barnstaple and Rayleigh is 250 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Rayleigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Rayleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Rayleigh is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Barnstaple to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleightrain
4h 51m
£105–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 9m
£47–73
Drive 227.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Rayleighcar 227.5 mi
4h 44m
£57–83
Train via London
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleightrain
6h 36m
£94–186

Barnstaple to Rayleigh by train

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Distance: 248.8 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Rayleigh via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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