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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Stansted?

The distance between Barnstaple and Stansted is 249 miles. The road distance is 220.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 31m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Barnstaple to Stansted, including transfers.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Stansted?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Stansted is to train via London which takes 6h 31m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 9h 27m.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Stansted is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Barnstaple to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16213+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Stansted by train, bus, or car

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 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 London Charing Cross to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
6h 31m
£77–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
9h 27m
£25–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
9h 8m
£30–74
Drive 219.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Stanstedcar 219.3 mi
3h 55m
£53–76
Train
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 Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
7h 53m
£41–95

Barnstaple to Stansted by train, subway, and bus

10Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.5 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Labour-in-Vain Road via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, London Charing Cross, Borough Green & Wrotham, and High Street in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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