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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple is to bus and line 97 bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from El Joyita and arriving at Bus Station via Clease Road, Westgate Street and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cornwall to Barnstaple?

The distance between Cornwall and Barnstaple is 127 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Barnstaple bus from?

Cornwall to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from El Joyita station.

Train or bus from Cornwall to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 97 bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cornwall to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Cornwall to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Clease Road station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Barnstaple is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Cornwall to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2399+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Cornwall to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 97 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cornwall to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 39m
£55–108
Bus, line 97 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Joyita to Clease Roadbus Sa1
2. Take the bus from Clease Road to Westgate Streetbus 97
3. Take the bus from Library to Bus Stationbus 85 / ...
6h
£11–14
Drive 66.5 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Barnstaplecar 66.5 mi
1h 28m
£17–24

Cornwall to Barnstaple by bus and train

72Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Roundabout to Barnstaple via Bodmin Parkway Station, Bodmin Parkway, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Joyita to Bus Station via Clease Road, Westgate Street, and Library in around 6h.

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