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Preston to Barnstaple

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Preston, Great Britain → Barnstaple, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Preston to Barnstaple

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$63.29
Train from Cardiff Central to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$164.55

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bristol to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Cross Country

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$37.97

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$126.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Barnstaple is to bus which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Barnstaple Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Preston to Barnstaple?

The distance between Preston and Barnstaple is 493 km. The road distance is 446.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 59m and costs $152.17 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Preston to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Barnstaple bus from?

Preston to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Barnstaple train from?

Preston to Barnstaple train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Preston to Barnstaple is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 59m and costs $152.17 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Preston to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Preston to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Barnstaple train arrive?

Preston to Barnstaple train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Barnstaple is 447 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Preston to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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