The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Oxford
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Oxford will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barnstaple for Oxford on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
12:35 PM4h18Barnstaple4:53 PMOxford$881One-way0 transfers
12:35 PM4h18Barnstaple4:53 PMOxford$881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Barnstaple to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $88, and a bus costs an average of $99.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Oxford:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barnstaple to Oxford costing on average $99 (€80).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 28m.
Tickets start at around $88 (€71) compared to roughly $61 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.51 (€-22.20). The journey takes 3h 16m versus 3h 12m 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 Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:35 PM Barnstaple | 4h18 | 4:53 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Oxford
Trains from Barnstaple to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Oxford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Oxford from $88 (€71). 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 Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Oxford
- 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 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- 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 the Station Concourse. 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: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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