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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Colchester and Barnstaple is 269 miles. The road distance is 251.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Colchester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barnstaple bus from?

Colchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Barnstaple train from?

Colchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Colchester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Colchester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Colchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Barnstaple train arrive?

Colchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Barnstaple is 251 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Colchester to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
5h 31m
£89–206
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 2m
£43–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
9h 5m
£65–115
Drive 249.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Barnstaple249.8 mi
5h 6m
£61–88
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
9h 4m
£81–193

Colchester to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 267.2 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 5m.

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