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Compare train and bus for Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $85. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $85, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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$89 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest |
6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet
Trains from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $85 (€69) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 21:52 |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: first_great_western from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Stansted Mountfitchet from $85 (€69). 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 Stansted Mountfitchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Stansted Mountfitchet
- 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 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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