What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple is to train which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter bus Station and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter bus Station station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter bus Station and Barnstaple?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Barnstaple. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

The distance between Exeter bus Station and Barnstaple is 40 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

The train from Exeter Central to Barnstaple takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple bus from?

Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple train from?

Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter Central station.

Train or bus from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £29 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple train arrive?

Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.

Can I drive from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple?

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Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Exeter Central to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
1h 24m
£8–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station55 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2h 30m
£25–28
Drive 40.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple40.7 mi
1h 1m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple40.7 mi
1h 1m
£230–280

Exeter bus Station to Barnstaple by foot and train

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Exeter bus Station, England and Barnstaple, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter Central to Barnstaple hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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