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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Bus Station via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Barnstaple via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Barnstaple?

The distance between Harpenden and Barnstaple is 242 miles. The road distance is 208.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 10m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Barnstaple bus from?

Harpenden to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Barnstaple train from?

Harpenden to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 5h 10m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Harpenden to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Harpenden to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Barnstaple train arrive?

Harpenden to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Barnstaple is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Harpenden to Barnstaple.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdon
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
5h 10m
£89–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 31m
£35–65
Drive 206.9 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Barnstaple206.9 mi
3h 46m
£51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h
£40–109

Harpenden to Barnstaple by train

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Barnstaple via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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