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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 44m.

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 11m 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 King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

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 6h 1m.

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 6h 1m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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 National Express, depart from King Street 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 6h 1m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Kent to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Kent to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria 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 11m to drive from Kent to Barnstaple.

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

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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 Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 1m
£121–220
Bus
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1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 44m
£44–74
Drive 234 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Barnstaplecar 234 mi
4h 11m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 26m
£114–206
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 41m
£102–205

Kent to Barnstaple by train and subway

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Bus Station via King Street and London Victoria in around 9h 44m.

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