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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £60 - £90 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Peterborough and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterborough to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Queensgate Bus Stn and arriving at Bus Station via Knebworth Park Estate and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Barnstaple?

The distance between Peterborough and Barnstaple is 292 miles. The road distance is 239 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 25m and costs £130 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Barnstaple bus from?

Peterborough to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Queensgate Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Barnstaple train from?

Peterborough to Barnstaple train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Train or bus from Peterborough to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 5h 25m and costs £130 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £90 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Peterborough to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Peterborough to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Peterborough to Barnstaple train arrive?

Peterborough to Barnstaple train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Barnstaple is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Peterborough to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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Peterborough to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Peterborough to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 25m
£136–301
Drive 237.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Barnstaplecar 237.6 mi
4h 29m
£59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Knebworth Park Estatebus K04
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Bus Stationbus K10
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 30m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough 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 54m
£144–372
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 47m
£139–303

Peterborough to Barnstaple by train and subway

115Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

£136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.1 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Barnstaple via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Bus Station via Knebworth Park Estate and Bus Station in around 9h 30m.

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