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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Rugby is to bus and train which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Rugby is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Clifton Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Rugby via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Rugby?

The distance between Barnstaple and Rugby is 235 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Barnstaple to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Rugby?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rugby is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Rugby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Rugby is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Barnstaple to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Rugby 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
5h 1m
£112–178
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
7h 14m
£35–83
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Rugbycar 185.8 mi
3h 21m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clifton Roadbus 460
8h 45m
£56–137

Barnstaple to Rugby by train

116Weekly Trains

5h 1mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Rugby.

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Rugby via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Clifton Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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