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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Rayleigh is to train via London which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 23m.

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 37m 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, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

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 54m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Rayleigh?

The distance between Barnstaple and Rayleigh is 250 miles. The road distance is 230 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 54m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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 54m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 23m.

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 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m 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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Barnstaple to Rayleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
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 Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
4h 54m
£83–141
Train via London
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 Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
6h 23m
£41–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
8h 23m
£56–100
Drive 228.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Rayleigh228.6 mi
4h 37m
£56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
7h 4m
£126–321

Barnstaple to Rayleigh by train

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Distance: 248.8 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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