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 £30 - £85 and takes 10h 36m.

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 28m 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 Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

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 5h 57m.

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 5h 57m and costs £80 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m 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 Bus 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 5h 57m and costs £80 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 10h 36m.

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 28m to drive from Whitstable to Barnstaple.

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

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Where can I stay near 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 Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 57m
£82–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 36m
£31–81
Drive 250.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Barnstaplecar 250.4 mi
4h 28m
£62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 15m
£77–171
Train via Rainham (Kent)
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 49m
£51–127

Whitstable to Barnstaple by train and subway

106Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 36m.

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