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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Bus Station via Long Reach, London Victoria and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Whitstable to Barnstaple?

The distance between Whitstable and Barnstaple is 274 miles. The road distance is 251.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Barnstaple without a car is to train via London which takes 6h and costs £80 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Whitstable to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Barnstaple bus from?

Whitstable to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Barnstaple is to train via London which takes 6h and costs £80 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Whitstable to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Whitstable to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Whitstable to Barnstaple train arrive?

Whitstable to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Barnstaple is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Whitstable to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h
£85–214
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
9h 59m
£46–86
Drive 250.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Barnstaple250.4 mi
4h 26m
£62–90
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 20m
£81–176
Train via London #2
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 38m
£51–147

Whitstable to Barnstaple by train and subway

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Distance: 271.9 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Barnstaple via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bus Station via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 59m.

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