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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Bus Station via Maidstone, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, Ealing Broadway Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Barnstaple via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Kent to Barnstaple?

The distance between Kent and Barnstaple is 282 miles. The road distance is 235.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 5h 49m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Kent to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Barnstaple bus from?

Kent to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Maidstone station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Barnstaple train from?

Kent to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Kent to Barnstaple is to train via Ashford International which takes 5h 49m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 26m.

Where does the Kent to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Kent to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at London Stonebridge station.

Where does the Kent to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Barnstaple is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Kent to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2039+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Kent to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
5h 49m
£98–196
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 39m
£44–159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridge
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
10h 26m
Drive 234 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Barnstaple234 mi
4h 8m
£58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 18m
£87–178

Kent to Barnstaple by train and subway

118Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Barnstaple via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Bus Station via King Street, Maidstone, London Stonebridge, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, Haven Green / Ealing Broadway, Ealing Broadway Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 26m.

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