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Five ways to Travel from Leicester to Barnstaple

Composite routes from Leicester to Barnstaple

Cheapest
3 h 35 min
Car
330 km.
from $18
Other
3 h 35 min
Rideshare
330 km.
from $12.55
5 h 58 min
264 km.
from $336.20
9 h 46 min
264 km.
from $77.04
8 h 5 min
264 km.
from $79.48

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$63.29

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from Birmingham to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Bus from Bristol to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95
Train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Asda to Cabot
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to bus which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Barnstaple?

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

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Leicester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Leicester and Barnstaple is 391 km. The road distance is 330.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Leicester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Barnstaple bus from?

Leicester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Leicester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Leicester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Leicester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Leicester to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Barnstaple is 331 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Leicester to Barnstaple.

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

Book your Leicester to Barnstaple train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester to Barnstaple bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2011+ hotels available in Barnstaple. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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