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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Derby to Barnstaple?

The distance between Derby and Barnstaple is 246 miles. The road distance is 215.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Derby to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Barnstaple bus from?

Derby to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Derby to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Derby to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Barnstaple is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Derby to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 9m
£44–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 17m
£42–84
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Barnstaplecar 214.6 mi
3h 45m
£53–77

Derby to Barnstaple by train

104Weekly Trains

5h 9mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Derby to Barnstaple.

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Distance: 244.5 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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