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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Windermere is to bus which costs £60 - £100 and takes 13h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Windermere via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Windermere?

The distance between Barnstaple and Windermere is 358 miles. The road distance is 328.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 32m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Barnstaple to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Windermere?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 32m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Windermere bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Windermere is 328 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Barnstaple to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 32m
£134–220
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
13h 57m
£63–96
Drive 326.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Windermerecar 326.4 mi
5h 21m
£82–118
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
11h 29m
£139–255

Barnstaple to Windermere by train

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Distance: 356.3 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Windermere via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 57m.

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