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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Queensway Q1 and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Newport to Barnstaple?

The distance between Newport and Barnstaple is 141 miles. The road distance is 113.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 49m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Newport to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Barnstaple bus from?

Newport to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Barnstaple train from?

Newport to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Newport to Barnstaple is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 49m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h.

Where does the Newport to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newport to Barnstaple train arrive?

Newport to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Newport to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Barnstaple is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Newport to Barnstaple.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newport to Barnstaple?

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
3h 49m
£29–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
5h
£27–44
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Barnstaple112.5 mi
2h
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 9m
£48–69

Newport to Barnstaple by train

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3h 49mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 5h.

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