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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 7m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Barnstaple?

The distance between Caernarfon and Barnstaple is 360 miles. The road distance is 263.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 10h 18m and costs £70 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 10h 18m to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Barnstaple bus from?

Caernarfon to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple is to train via Birmingham which takes 10h 18m and costs £70 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 7m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Barnstaple is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Caernarfon to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2086+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
10h 18m
£70–250
Drive 261.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Barnstaple261.6 mi
5h 32m
£65–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
11h 23m
£105–166
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
11h 16m
£111–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn OdeonT1c
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
15h 7m

Caernarfon to Barnstaple by bus and train

42Weekly Services

10h 18mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Caernarfon to Barnstaple.

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Distance: 358.2 mi
Duration: 10h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Barnstaple via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 10h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon, and Bus Station in around 15h 7m.

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