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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Barnstaple?

The distance between Cheltenham and Barnstaple is 159 miles. The road distance is 131.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £29 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Cheltenham to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Barnstaple bus from?

Cheltenham to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Barnstaple train from?

Cheltenham to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Barnstaple is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £29 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Barnstaple train arrive?

Cheltenham to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Barnstaple is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cheltenham to Barnstaple.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Barnstaple?

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2038+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 47m
£29–184
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
5h 23m
£31–57
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Barnstaplecar 130.9 mi
2h 12m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 21m
£32–53

Cheltenham to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub and Bus Station in around 6h 21m.

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