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Bournemouth, Great Britain → Barnstaple, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bournemouth to Barnstaple

Composite routes from Bournemouth to Barnstaple

Cheapest
2 h 28 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 43 min
Bus
194 km.
from €130
Details
5 h 28 min
156 km.
from $334.43
8 h 32 min
156 km.
from $128.45
6 h 4 min
Bus, Train
156 km.
from $125.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

More Bus

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Email:
Website:
morebus.co.uk/
Bus from Westover Road to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$202.52
Train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bournemouth Station to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Bristol to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bournemouth to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Salisbury to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$139.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Barnstaple is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Barnstaple Bus Station via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Bristol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Barnstaple?

The distance between Bournemouth and Barnstaple is 404 km. The road distance is 185.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $152.17 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Bournemouth to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Barnstaple bus from?

Bournemouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Barnstaple train from?

Bournemouth to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train, bus or fly from Bournemouth to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $152.17 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 8h 32m. There are no good options to fly between Bournemouth to Barnstaple.

Where does the Bournemouth to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Barnstaple train arrive?

Bournemouth to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Barnstaple is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bournemouth to Barnstaple.

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

Book your Bournemouth to Barnstaple train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bournemouth to Barnstaple bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Barnstaple. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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