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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Wells is to bus via Taunton which costs £12 - £28 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Wells is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Wells station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Wells?

The distance between Barnstaple and Wells is 135 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Wells without a car is to train and line 376 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Barnstaple to Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Wells bus from?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Wells bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Wells is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Barnstaple to Wells.

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

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Where can I stay near Wells?

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Barnstaple to Wells - 4 ways to travel via train, line 376 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Wells by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 376 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to Market Placebus 374 / ...
3h 24m
£50–102
Bus via Taunton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
4h 3m
£12–28
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Wellscar 77.4 mi
1h 37m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
4h 26m
£14–33

Barnstaple to Wells by train and bus

116Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.2 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via County Hall and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 4h 3m.

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