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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Spalding is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Spalding is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Spalding?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Chancery Court via County Hall, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate and Queensgate Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Spalding?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Spalding via Exeter St Davids, Paddington, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Spalding?

The distance between Barnstaple and Spalding is 308 miles. The road distance is 252.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Spalding without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 5m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Barnstaple to Spalding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Spalding bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Spalding train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Spalding?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Spalding is to train via London which takes 6h 5m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £95 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Spalding bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Spalding bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Spalding train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Spalding?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Spalding is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Barnstaple to Spalding.

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

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Where can I stay near Spalding?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Spalding 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 King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
6h 5m
£96–220
Train #2
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 London Bridge to Peterboroughtrain
8h 50m
£57–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B9
3. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Queensgate Bus Stnbus B22
11h 30m
£68–92
Drive 251 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Spaldingcar 251 mi
4h 44m
£62–89
Train
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 Peterboroughtrain
7h 56m
£59–222

Barnstaple to Spalding by train and subway

90Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 306.7 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Spalding via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Chancery Court via County Hall, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, and Queensgate Bus Stn in around 11h 30m.

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