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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Oldham to Barnstaple?

The distance between Oldham and Barnstaple is 294 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Oldham to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oldham to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Oldham to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Oldham to Barnstaple is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Oldham to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oldham to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Barnstaple is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Oldham to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2371+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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There are 5 ways to get from Oldham 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 / ...
7h 38m
£118–192
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
10h 18m
£42–75
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Barnstaplecar 258.8 mi
4h 35m
£65–93
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
7h 51m
£116–199
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
10h 3m
£118–217

Oldham to Barnstaple by bus, foot, and train

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7h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.9 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Barnstaple via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Piccadilly, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 18m.

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