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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Barnstaple to Bournemouth

Composite routes from Barnstaple to Bournemouth

Cheapest
2 h 28 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 43 min
Bus
194 km.
from €130
Details
5 h 10 min
156 km.
from $228.98
8 h 32 min
156 km.
from $123.82
5 h 45 min
156 km.
from $146.85
7 h 16 min
Train, Bus
156 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 20m
Hourly
$17.72–$26.58
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset
Website
1h 4m
Every 2 hours
+44 345 602 0121
+44 345 602 0121
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Train operators
Found: 4
First Great Western Service
Website
National Express
Website
Cross Country
Website
South Western Railway
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
1h 5m
Hourly
$25.32–$63.29
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
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National Express
Website
2h 56m
Twice daily
$27.85–$40.50
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Cross Country
Website
29 min
Hourly
$32.91–$53.16
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
1h 51m
Hourly
$55.69–$139.24
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is to drive which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $35.87 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Bournemouth?

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

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bournemouth via Exeter St Davids, Salisbury and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Bournemouth?

The distance between Barnstaple and Bournemouth is 290 km. The road distance is 185.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Bournemouth train from?

Barnstaple to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bristol station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Bournemouth train arrive?

Barnstaple to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Bournemouth?

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

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

Book your Barnstaple to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Barnstaple to Bournemouth bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2195+ hotels available in Bournemouth. Prices start at $27.59 per night.
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