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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Barnstaple is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Watford High Street and arriving at Barnstaple via Queen's Park station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Watford to Barnstaple?

The distance between Watford and Barnstaple is 228 miles. The road distance is 196.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Watford to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Barnstaple bus from?

Watford to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Barnstaple train from?

Watford to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Watford to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Watford to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Watford to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Barnstaple is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Watford to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 12m
£68–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 17m
£33–63
Drive 195.5 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Barnstaplecar 195.5 mi
3h 38m
£47–68
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 18m
£143–366
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 25m
£36–62

Watford to Barnstaple by train and subway

116Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Watford High Street to Barnstaple via Queens Park (London), Queen's Park station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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