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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Scunthorpe via Exeter St Davids and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Barnstaple and Scunthorpe is 322 miles. The road distance is 284.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £100 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Scunthorpe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £100 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 46m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe?

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Barnstaple to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe 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 Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 30m
£103–329
Bus
cheapest
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 Bus Station152
10h 46m
£44–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
9h 5m
£47–90
Drive 282.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe282.7 mi
4h 56m
£72–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
6h 49m
£107–386

Barnstaple to Scunthorpe by train

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7h 30mAverage Duration

£103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.8 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe via Exeter St Davids and Sheffield in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 46m.

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