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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Barnstaple is to bus via Bridgwater which costs £18 - £45 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Station via Grand Parade, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Melksham to Barnstaple?

The distance between Melksham and Barnstaple is 127 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Melksham to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Barnstaple bus from?

Melksham to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Barnstaple train from?

Melksham to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Melksham to Barnstaple is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Melksham to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Melksham to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Barnstaple train arrive?

Melksham to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Barnstaple is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Melksham to Barnstaple.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 11m
£56–113
Bus via Bridgwater
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
7h 57m
£19–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 23m
£23–54
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Barnstaplecar 106.4 mi
2h 22m
£27–38
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 23m
£54–113

Melksham to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Grand Parade, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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