What is the cheapest way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 10h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Whaley Bridge and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Whaley Bridge station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Airport The Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Whaley Bridge and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Whaley Bridge and arriving at Barnstaple via Stockport, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

The distance between Whaley Bridge and Barnstaple is 291 miles. The road distance is 243.1 miles.

How do I travel from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 26m and costs £75 - £290.

How long does it take to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple bus from?

Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple train from?

Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 26m and costs £75 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple train arrive?

Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple?

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 26m
£78–286
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
10h 36m
£44–87
Drive 241.6 mi
1. Drive from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple241.6 mi
4h 20m
£60–86
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 3m
£98–319
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
9h 41m
£88–216

Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple by train

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7h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.4 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Whaley Bridge, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Whaley Bridge to Barnstaple via Stockport, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Bus Station via Manchester Airport The Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 36m.

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