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

The cheapest way to get from Bow to Barnstaple is to bus and line 71 bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bow to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Bow and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Bow to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Meadow View and arriving at Bus Station via Opposite Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Bow to Barnstaple?

The distance between Bow and Barnstaple is 36 miles. The road distance is 28.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bow to Barnstaple without a car is to bus and line 71 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £5 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Bow to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bow to Barnstaple bus from?

Bow to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Meadow View station.

Train or bus from Bow to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Bow to Barnstaple is to bus and line 71 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Bow to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Bow to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Church station.

Can I drive from Bow to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Bow to Barnstaple is 28 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Bow to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2173+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Bow to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 71 bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 71 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Meadow View to Churchbus 5B
2. Take the bus from Opposite Church to Bus Stationbus 71 / ...
2h 9m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Crediton to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 31m
£23–41
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Bow to Barnstaplecar 28.1 mi
45 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bow to Barnstapletaxi 28.1 mi
45 min
£60–75

Bow to Barnstaple by bus

74Weekly Buses

2h 9mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Bow, Devon, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from Meadow View to Bus Station via Church and Opposite Church in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Crediton to Barnstaple hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 55 min.

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