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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple is to bus and train which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Barnstaple?

The distance between Nottingham and Barnstaple is 262 miles. The road distance is 224.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Barnstaple bus from?

Nottingham to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Nottingham to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Nottingham to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nottingham to Barnstaple train arrive?

Nottingham to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Barnstaple is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Nottingham to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham 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 17m
£46–195
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Crediton to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
9h 25m
£28–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 2m
£39–78
Drive 223.6 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Barnstaplecar 223.6 mi
4h
£54–78

Nottingham to Barnstaple by train

116Weekly Trains

6h 17mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Barnstaple.

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Distance: 260.2 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 2m.

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