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

The cheapest way to get from Penarth to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penarth to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Penarth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Penarth to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Windsor Terrace and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Penarth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Penarth to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Penarth and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Penarth to Barnstaple?

The distance between Penarth and Barnstaple is 156 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penarth to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 33m and costs £27 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Penarth to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penarth to Barnstaple bus from?

Penarth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Penarth to Barnstaple train from?

Penarth to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Penarth to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Penarth to Barnstaple is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 33m and costs £27 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Penarth to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Penarth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penarth to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penarth to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Penarth to Barnstaple is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Penarth to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 33m
£27–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 32m
£29–73
Drive 128.1 mi
1. Drive from Penarth to Barnstaplecar 128.1 mi
2h 22m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 44m
£45–91

Penarth to Barnstaple by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Penarth to Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windsor Terrace to Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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