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

The cheapest way to get from Tenby to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tenby to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Tenby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Tenby to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Upper Park Road and arriving at Bus Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Tenby and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Tenby to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Tenby and arriving at Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Tenby to Barnstaple?

The distance between Tenby and Barnstaple is 261 miles. The road distance is 213.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tenby to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 30m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Tenby to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tenby to Barnstaple bus from?

Tenby to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Upper Park Road station.

Where do I catch the Tenby to Barnstaple train from?

Tenby to Barnstaple train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Tenby station.

Train or bus from Tenby to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Tenby to Barnstaple is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 30m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Tenby to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Tenby to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Tenby to Barnstaple train arrive?

Tenby to Barnstaple train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Tenby to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Tenby to Barnstaple is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Tenby to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Tenby to Swansea
2. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 30m
£49–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Upper Park Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand B112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
8h 57m
£37–81
Drive 212 mi
1. Drive from Tenby to Barnstaple212 mi
3h 45m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Tenby 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 22m
£82–134

Tenby to Barnstaple by train

46Weekly Trains

7h 30mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.5 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Tenby, Wales and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Tenby to Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Upper Park Road to Bus Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Bus Station in around 8h 57m.

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