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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Scotland is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 5h 12m and costs £95 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Glasgow Central via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Scotland?

The distance between Barnstaple and Scotland is 500 miles. The road distance is 460.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Scotland without a car is to train via Preston which takes 9h 20m and costs £75 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Barnstaple to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Scotland?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Scotland is to train via Preston which takes 9h 20m and costs £75 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 12h 45m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Scotland bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Scotland is 461 miles. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Barnstaple to Scotland.

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

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Barnstaple to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Barnstaple to Scotland by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
4. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
9h 20m
£76–340
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
12h 45m
£46–101
Drive 457.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Glasgow457.9 mi
7h 27m
£112–161
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5h 37m
£63–164
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
10h 54m
£84–300
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
18h 5m
£52–112
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
5h 18m
£52–144
Train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
5h 12m
£97–255
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
5h 52m
£104–264
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
6h 16m
£66–234

Barnstaple to Scotland by train

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9h 20mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.7 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Glasgow Central via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 12h 45m.

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