What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Falmouth Docks via Exeter St Davids and Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to The Lizard?

The distance between Barnstaple and The Lizard is 172 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to The Lizard without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to The Lizard train from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to The Lizard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to The Lizard?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to The Lizard is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Barnstaple to The Lizard.

Where can I stay near The Lizard?

There are 2223+ hotels available in The Lizard.

Barnstaple to The Lizard - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to The Lizard by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 31m
£102–164
Drive 106.8 mi
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1. Drive from Barnstaple to The Lizardcar 106.8 mi
2h 18m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
8h 43m
£32–81

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and The Lizard, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to The Lizard via Exeter St Davids, Truro, and Falmouth Docks in around 5h 31m.

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