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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Barry to Barnstaple?

The distance between Barry and Barnstaple is 161 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 46m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Barry to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Barnstaple bus from?

Barry to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from The Priory station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Barry to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Barry to Barnstaple is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 46m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Barry to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Barry to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 station.

Where does the Barry to Barnstaple train arrive?

Barry to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Barry to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Barnstaple is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Barry to Barnstaple.

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

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Barry to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 46m
£67–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8bus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 43m
£26–63
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Barnstaplecar 133.2 mi
2h 34m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 48m
£70–135

Barry to Barnstaple by train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Bus Station in around 6h 43m.

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