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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Bus Station via Sherborne Road, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Torquay to Barnstaple?

The distance between Torquay and Barnstaple is 67 miles. The road distance is 57.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £16 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Torquay to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Barnstaple bus from?

Torquay to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Fleet Street station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Barnstaple train from?

Torquay to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Paignton station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Torquay to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £16 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 12 bus and line 7 bus and bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Torquay to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Torquay to Barnstaple bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sherborne Road station.

Where does the Torquay to Barnstaple train arrive?

Torquay to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Barnstaple is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Torquay to Barnstaple.

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

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Torquay to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, and line 7 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Torquay to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St DavidsPaignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 44m
£17–21
Drive 56.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Barnstaple56.8 mi
1h 23m
£15–21
Line 12 bus, line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Fleet Street to Sherborne Road12
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station7
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station55 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
4h 44m
£28–36

Torquay to Barnstaple by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.8 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Bus Station via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 44m.

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