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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Whitstable is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Whitstable is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Whitstable via Exeter St Davids, Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Whitstable?

The distance between Barnstaple and Whitstable is 276 miles. The road distance is 252.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Whitstable is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Whitstable bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Barnstaple to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Whitstable is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Barnstaple to Whitstable.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
6h 5m
£86–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach022 / ...
9h 54m
£28–64
Drive 250.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Whitstable250.8 mi
4h 27m
£62–89
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
8h 9m
£130–345
Train via London
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Clapham Junction
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
7h 18m
£57–139

Barnstaple to Whitstable by train and subway

115Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.2 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Whitstable via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Long Reach in around 9h 54m.

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