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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35.

How far is it from Dorset to Barnstaple?

The distance between Dorset and Barnstaple is 113 miles. The road distance is 88.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Barnstaple without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 26m and costs £80 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Dorset to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dorset to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Barnstaple is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dorset to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2173+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Dorset to Yeovil Junctiontaxi
2. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3h 26m
£85–105
Drive 88.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Barnstaplecar 88.3 mi
2h
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 53m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorset to Barnstaple.

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Dorset to Barnstaple. However, you can take the taxi to Yeovil Junction, take the train to Exeter St Davids, then take the train to Barnstaple. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Barnstaple via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 53m.

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