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

The cheapest way to get from Shifnal to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shifnal to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Shifnal and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Shifnal to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Shifnal and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Shifnal to Barnstaple?

The distance between Shifnal and Barnstaple is 232 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shifnal to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Shifnal to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shifnal to Barnstaple train from?

Shifnal to Barnstaple train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Shifnal station.

Train or bus from Shifnal to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Shifnal to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Shifnal to Barnstaple train arrive?

Shifnal to Barnstaple train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shifnal to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Shifnal to Barnstaple is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Shifnal to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shifnal to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 4m
£60–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
8h 43m
£45–82
Drive 189.8 mi
1. Drive from Shifnal to Barnstaple189.8 mi
3h 23m
£48–69
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
8h 17m
£81–164

Shifnal to Barnstaple by train

116Weekly Trains

6h 4mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.7 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Shifnal to Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shifnal to Bus Station via Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton Bus Station, Lordswood Rd, and Bus Station in around 8h 43m.

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