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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
6 h 23 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Barnstaple will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Barnstaple on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 23 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €76.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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€84 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:04 AM Bournemouth | 6h23 | 1:27 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:48 AM Bournemouth | 7h38 | 3:26 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Bournemouth to Barnstaple trains with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Barnstaple
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Trains from Bournemouth to Barnstaple run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€76) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€76) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Barnstaple from $50 (€40). 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 Bournemouth to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Barnstaple
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
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