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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dorchester to Barnstaple

Composite routes from Dorchester to Barnstaple

Cheapest
1 h 48 min
Car
138 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 28 min
120 km.
from $169.17
7 h 39 min
120 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 51 min
Bus, Train
120 km.
from $91.60

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Dorchester West to Castle
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$55.69
Train from Castle Cary to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$94.93
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 Taunton Park Street to Barnstaple
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Castle Cary to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.97–$88.60
Train from Yeovil Junction to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$75.95

Bus operators

First Buses of Somerset

Phone:
0345 646 0707
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/somerset/
Bus from Trinity Square to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

South West Coaches

Phone:
01935 475 872
Email:
info@southwestcoaches.co.uk
Website:
southwestcoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Trinity Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49

First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset

Phone:
+44 345 602 0121
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/wessex-dorset-south-somerset
Bus from Top O Town to Bus
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Bus Station to Trinity
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Barnstaple is to drive which costs $27.17 - $41.30 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $27.17 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Barnstaple Bus Station via Bus Station, Trinity Square and Taunton Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Barnstaple via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Barnstaple?

The distance between Dorchester and Barnstaple is 208 km. The road distance is 139 km.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Dorchester to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Barnstaple bus from?

Dorchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Top O Town station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Barnstaple is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Dorchester to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Dorchester to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Barnstaple train arrive?

Dorchester to Barnstaple train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Barnstaple is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Dorchester to Barnstaple.

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

Book your Dorchester to Barnstaple train 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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