How to get to Bournemouth from Barnstaple

There are 2 options to travel between Barnstaple and Bournemouth including taking a train and coach.

The cheapest way to travel from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is a coach with an average price of £67.

This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Bournemouth:

A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to Bournemouth costing on average £111.

The fastest way to travel from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 4m.

The Barnstaple to Bournemouth distance is approximately 158 km.

The average frequency per day from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnstaple and Bournemouth as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barnstaple to Bournemouth:

• Coaches mostly depart from Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) and arrive in Bournemouth, Coach Station.
• Trains mostly depart from Barnstaple station (BNP) and arrive in Bournemouth station (BMH).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barnstaple to Bournemouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express to go to Bournemouth by coach.
• Travel with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway to go to Bournemouth by train.

Omio customers who travel from Barnstaple to Bournemouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Waterloo (WAT), London Heathrow Airport, Edinburgh, Southampton Central (SOU). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bournemouth and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from Barnstaple to Bournemouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

In Bournemouth, you can explore the Oceanarium, which showcases marine life from around the world, and enjoy the Lower Gardens with its floral displays and seasonal events. Visit Boscombe Chine Gardens for a mini-golf course and water play area, or head to Hengistbury Head for hiking and birdwatching. Discover the Bournemouth Aviation Museum's interactive exhibits on aviation history. Relax at Bournemouth Beach, known for its sandy stretch and water activities, and stroll along the Victorian Bournemouth Pier for entertainment and dining. Art lovers should visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, while St. Peter's Church offers stunning architecture and is the resting place of Mary Shelley. The Bournemouth Gardens provide a perfect setting for leisurely walks and picnics.

A 2 to 3-day visit to Bournemouth is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including its beaches, parks, and cultural sites.