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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £28 - £90 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Bus Station via Swansea City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Barnstaple?

The distance between Llanelli and Barnstaple is 211 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Llanelli to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Barnstaple bus from?

Llanelli to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Barnstaple train from?

Llanelli to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £90 and takes 9h.

Where does the Llanelli to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Llanelli to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Llanelli to Barnstaple train arrive?

Llanelli to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Barnstaple is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Llanelli to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 25m
£91–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h
£28–88
Drive 174.2 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Barnstaplecar 174.2 mi
3h 5m
£44–63
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 4m
£89–176

Llanelli to Barnstaple by train

115Weekly Trains

6h 25mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Bus Station via Swansea City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h.

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