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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Tonbridge to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Barnstaple via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Barnstaple?

The distance between Tonbridge and Barnstaple is 245 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Tonbridge to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Barnstaple train from?

Tonbridge to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.

Train or bus from Tonbridge to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Barnstaple train arrive?

Tonbridge to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Barnstaple is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Tonbridge to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 379+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 27m
£76–165
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 49m
£35–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springwell Road to Blackfriars Stationbus 788 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 27m
Drive 216.5 mi
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Barnstaplecar 216.5 mi
3h 57m
£53–77
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf1
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 29m

Tonbridge to Barnstaple by train and subway

118Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Tonbridge to Barnstaple via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springwell Road to Bus Station via Blackfriars Station, Blackfriars station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 8h 27m.

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