4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Barnstaple will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge for Barnstaple on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
7:42 AM5h44Cambridge1:26 PMBarnstaple$971One-way0 transfers
- 7:42 AM5h44Cambridge1:26 PMBarnstaple$971One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cambridge to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, and a bus costs an average of $89.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$83 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Barnstaple:
A train is $26 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge to Barnstaple costing on average $109 (€89).
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 22m.
The journey is about 7m faster (4h 40m by train vs 4h 47m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($83 (€68) vs $87 (€72)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cambridge to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Barnstaple trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:42 PM Cambridge | 5h56 | 6:38 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Barnstaple run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cambridge to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cambridge and Barnstaple from $60 (€49). 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 Cambridge to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Barnstaple
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- 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: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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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