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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Manchester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Manchester and Barnstaple is 286 miles. The road distance is 256.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Manchester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Barnstaple bus from?

Manchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Barnstaple train from?

Manchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Manchester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Manchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Barnstaple train arrive?

Manchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Barnstaple is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Manchester to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 54m
£125–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 15m
£43–73
Drive 254.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Barnstaplecar 254.8 mi
4h 25m
£63–91
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 44m
£114–193
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 32m
£118–210

Manchester to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 284.8 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 15m.

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