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

The cheapest way to get from Wells to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wells to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Wells and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Wells station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Wells to Barnstaple?

The distance between Wells and Barnstaple is 110 miles. The road distance is 77.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wells to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £70 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Wells to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wells to Barnstaple bus from?

Wells to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Wells to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Wells to Barnstaple is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £70 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Wells to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Wells to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wells to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Wells to Barnstaple is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Wells to Barnstaple.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wells to Barnstaple?

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2039+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Wells to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 8m
£72–80
Drive 77.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wells to Barnstaple77.1 mi
1h 36m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
4h 37m
Line 376 bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Street to Temple Meads Stn374 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 13m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wells to Barnstaple.

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Distance: 109.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from Wells to Barnstaple via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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