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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Torquay is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Torquay is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Torquay Grammar Schools via Bus Station and Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Paignton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Torquay?

The distance between Barnstaple and Torquay is 67 miles. The road distance is 58.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Barnstaple to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Torquay?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Torquay is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Torquay is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Barnstaple to Torquay.

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Barnstaple to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Torquay 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 Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
2h 21m
£27–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sidwell Street to Torquay Grammar Schoolsbus Tg1
3h 46m
£10–16
Drive 57.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Torquaycar 57.9 mi
1h 27m
£15–21
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
2h 22m
£26–47

Barnstaple to Torquay by train

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Distance: 66.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Paignton via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Torquay Grammar Schools via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Sidwell Street in around 3h 46m.

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