The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Exmouth
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Exmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Exmouth will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 13 trains that leave Barnstaple for Exmouth on Sun, May 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:36 AM1h39Barnstaple11:15 AMExmouth$631One-way0 transfers
10:38 AM1h42Barnstaple12:20 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
11:33 AM1h46Barnstaple1:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
12:36 PM1h43Barnstaple2:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
1:36 PM1h43Barnstaple3:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
9:36 AM1h39Barnstaple11:15 AMExmouth$631One-way0 transfers
10:38 AM1h42Barnstaple12:20 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
12:36 PM1h43Barnstaple2:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
1:36 PM1h43Barnstaple3:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
11:33 AM1h46Barnstaple1:19 PMExmouth$721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Barnstaple to Exmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Exmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $68, and a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $76 (€61) compared to roughly $21 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-55.67 (€-44.34). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Barnstaple to Exmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Exmouth trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:40 PM Barnstaple | 10h09 | 8:49 AM Exmouth | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
![]() | 9:36 AM Barnstaple | 1h39 | 11:15 AM Exmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Barnstaple | 1h42 | 12:20 PM Exmouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Barnstaple | 1h46 | 1:19 PM Exmouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:36 PM Barnstaple | 1h43 | 2:19 PM Exmouth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Barnstaple | 1h43 | 3:19 PM Exmouth | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Exmouth
Trains from Barnstaple to Exmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Exmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Exmouth from $68 (€54). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barnstaple to Exmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Exmouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Exmouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 15:20 Saturday 06:45 - 15:20 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencers is adjacent to the station entrance.
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Only one platform in use. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park on estuary side of Station (Rear of the Station)
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