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

The cheapest way to get from Cirencester to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cirencester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cirencester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Cirencester to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Spitalgate Lane and arriving at Bus Station via Royal Well Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Cirencester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Cirencester and Barnstaple is 171 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cirencester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cirencester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cirencester to Barnstaple bus from?

Cirencester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cirencester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Cirencester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Cirencester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cirencester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Cirencester to Barnstaple is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Cirencester to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2070+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Cirencester to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cirencester 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
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 31m
£36–96
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cirencester to Barnstaple130.6 mi
2h 22m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 25m
£36–61

Cirencester to Barnstaple by bus and train

4Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Beeches Car Park to Barnstaple via Fleming Way, Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spitalgate Lane to Bus Station via Promenade, Royal Well Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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