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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Dover to Barnstaple?

The distance between Dover and Barnstaple is 293 miles. The road distance is 266.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Dover to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Barnstaple train from?

Dover to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Dover to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Dover to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Dover to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Barnstaple train arrive?

Dover to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Barnstaple is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Dover to Barnstaple.

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

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Dover to Barnstaple - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dover to Barnstaple by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 48m
£128–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 42m
£43–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 4m
£70–125
Drive 264.7 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Barnstaplecar 264.7 mi
4h 38m
£66–95
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 4m
£160–330
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 7m
£116–240

Dover to Barnstaple by train and subway

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Barnstaple via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 42m.

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