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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Royston is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Royston is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Royston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Royston station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Trumpington Park-and-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Royston?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Royston. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Royston via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Royston?

The distance between Barnstaple and Royston is 262 miles. The road distance is 232.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Royston without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Barnstaple to Royston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Royston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Royston train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Royston?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Royston is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Royston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Royston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Royston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Royston is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Barnstaple to Royston.

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

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Where can I stay near Royston?

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

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

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Train via London
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 Farringdon to Roystontrain
5h 14m
£94–172
Train
cheapest
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 Farringdon to Roystontrain
6h 58m
£53–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Trumpington Park-and-Ridebus 727 / ...
9h 34m
£62–110
Drive 230.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Roystoncar 230.7 mi
4h 6m
£56–81

Barnstaple to Royston by train

116Weekly Trains

5h 14mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.7 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Royston, Hertfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Royston via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Trumpington Park-and-Ride in around 9h 34m.

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