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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Barnstaple is to bus via Bristol which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bus Station via Transport Hub and Arle Court Tpt Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Barnstaple via Cheltenham Spa and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Stroud to Barnstaple?

The distance between Stroud and Barnstaple is 178 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Stroud to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Barnstaple bus from?

Stroud to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Barnstaple train from?

Stroud to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Stroud to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Stroud to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stroud to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stroud to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Barnstaple is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Stroud to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 6m
£74–124
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Sainsbury'sbus 65 / ...
2. Take the bus from May Lane Bus Station to Rock Streetbus 60
3. Take the bus from Rock Street to Broadmeadbus T1
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
7h 47m
£22–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bus Stationbus 105
7h 12m
£25–40
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Barnstaplecar 121.2 mi
2h 9m
£31–44

Stroud to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Barnstaple via Cheltenham Spa and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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